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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Scientists Find Area of the Brain Responsible for Emotional Spillover
June 16, 2017
Researchers are discovering what happens in the brain when emotional spillover occurs and, for the first time, are able to pinpoint areas directly... Learn More >
Mindfulness Could Improve School Performance
June 15, 2017
Breathing could be the key to unlocking better performances for kids in school. It's part of mindfulness--a practice Milwaukee Public Schools and... Learn More
Can Mindfulness Reduce Fear of Labour and Postpartum Depression?
June 12, 2017
Anxiety about labour – and what might come afterwards – causes stress for expectant mothers and increases risk in childbirth. Center faculty... Learn More
When Did Pop Culture and Nature Part Ways?
June 12, 2017
Ever since the 1950s, our books, movies and songs have contained fewer and fewer references to flowers, birds, trees and the outdoors. What does it... Learn More
The Benefits of a Mindful Pregnancy
June 12, 2017
Research from Center faculty Larissa Duncan suggests Postpartum Depression may be prevented when mindfulness is part of childbirth education. Learn More
Oscar the Optimist?
June 12, 2017
Sesame Street, one of the most beloved children’s television shows, is emphasizing kindness in its current season with the help of the Center for... Learn More
SPECIAL REPORT: Kindness in the Classroom
June 12, 2017
An ongoing study at the Center for Healthy Minds is working to incorporate mindfulness techniques into everyday activities for elementary students. Learn More
Kindness Makes Us More Successful ...
June 12, 2017
Research from Center Founder Richard Davidson suggests that meditation, kindness, and compassion can make us more successful. Learn More
Pitt Study: Abuse in Childhood Can Lead to Misbehavior Later
June 12, 2017
Most children develop the ability early on to link good behavior with positive outcomes. Good grades, for example, can lead to parental praise and... Learn More
The Basis of a Healthy Brain is Goodness, and it Can be Trained
June 12, 2017
Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses his path to studying meditation as well as the impact of training our brains with kindness and compassion. Learn More
Why Mind Wandering Can Be So Miserable, According to Happiness Experts
June 12, 2017
We still don’t know why our minds seem so determined to exit the present moment, but researchers have a few ideas Learn More
Paper Napkin Mental Health Challenge #5: Accurate Thinking
June 12, 2017
If your children are anxious, it’s likely they do something I like to call What Iffing. This is the tendency to ponder possible future scenarios... Learn More