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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Unique Trauma Calls for Unique Treatments – Backed by Neuroscience
May 3, 2016
Center scientists use brain imaging to reveal the complexity, range of response, and symptoms for individuals with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Learn More >
UW Research Effort Bringing Emotions into Focus
April 27, 2016
Richard Davidson leading the way for new generation of researchers studying the scientific interplay between emotions and biology Learn More >
Emotion Symposium Set for April 13-14
April 25, 2016
Center for Healthy Minds Founder Richard Davidson is a speaker at UW-Madison's 6th annual Wisconsin Symposium on Emotion Learn More >
The Dalai Lama and Scientists Unite to Study Meditation
April 22, 2016
Center Founder Richard Davidson, Dalai Lama, scientists and researchers gather on UW–Madison campus to discuss collaboration, continued scientific... Learn More >
Meditation Produces Positive Changes in the Brain
April 22, 2016
Center Founder Richard Davidson leads study that finds lasting changes in brain, immune system due to participation in short mindfulness meditation... Learn More >
Study Shows Brain Activity Influences Immune Function
April 21, 2016
Center Founder Richard Davidson is the senior author of a study exploring possible direct link between increased activity in the brain region... Learn More >
Brain’s ‘Fear Center’ May Underlie Autistic Behaviors
April 18, 2016
Center Founder Richard Davidson is the senior author of paper on the link between the size of the amygdala and social deficits associated with autism Learn More >
From Infants to Buddhist Monks, UW Research Center Studies Science Behind Mental Well-Being
April 7, 2016
UW–Madison student newspaper The Badger Herald talks with the Center for Healthy Minds about their Baby Brain and Behavior project Learn More
Conversations on Wisdom: Richard J. Davidson
April 7, 2016
Richard Davidson discusses his journey into studying the science behind mindfulness and the research that has resulted Learn More
Dalai Lama, Experts Look to Future of Global Well-Being
April 6, 2016
UW–Madison student newspaper covers His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 10th visit to Madison Learn More
MPD Officers Could be in Mindfulness Study
April 6, 2016
The Madison Police Department explores the possibility for a mindfulness study and long-term partnership with the Center for Healthy Minds Learn More
Mindfulness in the Classroom
April 5, 2016
The MomsEveryday Show explores the Center's research partnership with the Madison Metropolitan School District Learn More