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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 >

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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 >

Scientists Ross Jacobucci and Brooke Ammerman and their dogs at a state park surrounded by greenery.

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 >

News & Media

Researchers Investigate How a Stressed Brain Can Make Asthma Worse

December 12, 2017

Center researchers are investigating cross-talk between the brain and lungs of people with asthma to understand how psychological stress can make... Learn More >

Here’s What Mindfulness is (and isn’t) Good For

December 5, 2017

Daniel Goleman, co-author of "Altered Traits," explains what mindfulness can and cannot do, citing the research of Center Founder Richard Davidson. Learn More

Medical Minds

December 5, 2017

Knowing that your doctor is under stress may not be comforting, but it might put you more at ease to know that mindfulness — the practice of... Learn More

Meditators Under the Microscope

December 5, 2017

Mindful Magazine dives into the science and philosophy behind Daniel Goleman and Center Founder Richard Davidson's new book, "Altered Traits." Learn More

Good News in Time for Giving Season: Volunteer Hours Are Great For Your Health, Too

December 4, 2017

Center Founder Richard Davidson explains how acts of generosity lead to positive emotions that ultimately have an enduring impact on our well-being. Learn More

Mindful Policing Research Expands with New Grant from National Institute of Justice

November 29, 2017

A new study will bring a better scientific understanding of the unique stressors facing police officers Learn More >

Researchers Call Attention to Need for More Rigorous Mindfulness-Based Research

November 29, 2017

A Center team is examining the quality of meditation research across time to look at whether study designs are improving Learn More >

How Meditation Can Make Hong Kong Healthier and Happier, From Two of the World’s Happiest People

November 22, 2017

Center Founder Richard Davidson and Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche explain how meditation practitioners can benefit whether they are children in school or... Learn More