NYT: 4 Ways to Flourish (in Good Times and Bad)
March 27, 2026
To flourish is to have a life that feels meaningful and rich, despite the challenges we’ll inevitably face. That's what Center for Healthy Minds... Learn More >
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Center for Healthy Minds Researchers Use AI and 7.5M Screenshots to Understand Suicide Risk
March 25, 2026
The latest findings in this first-of-its-kind study show nighttime smartphone behavior can be an indicator of suicidal thoughts. Learn More >
Huberman Lab Podcast: Science-Based Meditation Tools to Improve Your Brain & Health | Dr. Richard Davidson
March 20, 2026
Can you meditate for just 5 minutes a day for 30 days? Tune into the latest episode of Huberman Lab podcast, hosted by scientist Dr. Andrew... Learn More
Virtual Course Equips Educators with ‘Transformative’ Roadmap to Teaching ‘Human Flourishing’
March 3, 2026
The Art and Science of Human Flourishing: Essentials for Educators course expands on the science-backed curriculum and learnings of the Art and... Learn More >
Beyond the Data: Get to Know CHM Scientists Ross Jacobucci and Brooke Ammerman
February 24, 2026
Center for Heathy Minds had a chance to speak with CHM experts Dr. Brooke Ammerman and Dr. Ross Jacobucci to get to know them better and learn... Learn More >
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How to Master and Control Your Emotions Based From Thirty-Plus Years of Brain Research
April 4, 2018
Center Founder Richard Davidson identifies six emotional styles which refer to your consistent way of responding to what happens to you. Learn More
Why Self-Love is Important and How to Cultivate it
April 4, 2018
For many people, the concept of self-love might conjure images of tree-hugging hippies or cheesy self-help books. But, as many psychology studies... Learn More
This Class is Helping First-Year Students Start College Off Right
March 20, 2018
A new course, piloted in conjunction with the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Virginia and... Learn More >
Running Away or Righting The Way: Is Psilocybin a Viable Psychiatric Treatment?
March 9, 2018
Center faculty member Charles Raison discusses the history and future of psychedelics as treatment for mental health. Learn More
Mindfulness Is Going Mainstream Because of Science
March 6, 2018
Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses pioneering mindfulness research and pushing mindfulness-based practices into the mainstream. Learn More
Can Meditation Change Your Genes?
March 2, 2018
A study from the Center for Healthy Minds suggests that meditation may reduce the expression of genes involved in inflammation. Learn More
Arianna Huffington: Through My Lens
March 2, 2018
Arianna Huffington reflects on Center Founder Richard Davidson's research on well-being. Learn More
White Matter Matters, Especially for Newborns
February 20, 2018
New research suggests that expectant mothers' mental health symptoms during pregnancy may affect their infants' brain development Learn More >
How Photography Can Help Cultivate Mindfulness and Gratitude
February 14, 2018
The Greater Good Science Magazine discusses the Center for Healthy Mind's five-week mindful photography curriculum for elementary students. Learn More
New Approaches in Neuroscience Show It's Not All in Your Head
February 9, 2018
Richard Davidson shares the latest research on why experience matters at the 2018 American Association for the Advancement of Science meeting in... Learn More >
Nurturing Kindness in Young Children
February 7, 2018
Center Founder Richard Davidson talks with Edutopia about fostering altruism, kindness, and compassion in children. Learn More
Four Tips To Help You Feel Less Anxious About The Future
January 31, 2018
Research from the Center for Healthy Minds shows why humans experience anxiety about the future and how humans can experience less anxiety. Learn More