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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During 10th Visit to Madison, Dalai Lama Will Offer Teaching, Appear on Panel
March 24, 2016
Coverage of the Dalai Lama's visit to Madison and the Center for Healthy Minds Learn More
14th Dalai Lama to visit Madison for live-streamed event on global well-being
March 8, 2016
The Center for Healthy Minds hosts His Holiness the Dalai Lama and a panel of experts at The World We Make on March 9, 2016 at the Overture Center... Learn More >
Can Meditation Gadgets Help You Reduce Your Stress—and Find Happiness?
January 26, 2016
Richard Davidson weighs in on the use of EEG biofeedback in meditation training Learn More
What to Do When Worry Dominates Your Attention
January 26, 2016
In a conversation with Daniel Goleman, Richard Davidson discusses about the role of attention training in optimal brain functions Learn More
UW–Madison Collaboration Promotes Well-Being in the Workplace
January 19, 2016
The Center for Healthy Minds partners with Wisconsin School of Business to bring their Cultivating Well-Being curriculum to the workplace Learn More >
Center Partners with the School of Education to Improve Preservice Teacher Education and Reduce Teacher Burnout
December 17, 2015
The Center partners with the UW School of Ed to reduce teacher burnout Learn More >
A Compassionate Approach Leads to More Help and Less Punishment
December 16, 2015
Compassion – and intentionally cultivating it through training – may lead us to do more to help the wronged than to punish the wrongdoer Learn More >
UW Psychologist Offers Tips, Tools for Lasting New Year's Resolutions
December 15, 2015
Center collaborator Shilagh Mirgain shares four basic “building blocks” that can help an individual fullfill their New Year's resolution Learn More
Teaching Kindness Boosts Preschoolers' Achievement
December 15, 2015
Featuring research from the Center's Kindness Curriculum Learn More
Research Results from Madison Schools Suggest Kindness, Compassion Can Be Taught
December 15, 2015
A look at the Center's Kindness Curriculum and well-being in children Learn More
How Uncertainty Fuels Anxiety
December 15, 2015
Center scientist Dan Grupe discusses the science of worry and anxiety Learn More
Using Meditation as a Tool for Daily Balance with Cortland Dahl
December 15, 2015
Center graduate student Cortland Dahl explores the interface between the body, mind and brain Learn More