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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Dr. Richard Davidson - The Emotional Life of Your Brain
December 14, 2015
Center Founder Richard Davidson speaks about his new book, "The Emotional Life of Your Brain," with WAMC Learn More
The Hour of the Stranger
December 14, 2015
Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses what experiences promote mental and emotional growth during adolescence Learn More
Can Sleep Make You Smarter?
December 14, 2015
Correspondent Miles O'Brien talks to scientists on the cutting edge of research, including Center Founder Richard Davidson Learn More
Marines Expanding Use of Meditation Training
December 14, 2015
Mind Fitness Training found to help troops improve mental performance under stress of war Learn More
Investigating Healthy Minds
December 14, 2015
On Being interviews Center Founder Richard Davidson discussing how mental training and neuroscience are being used to study mental health disorders Learn More
Into 'the Science of Thriving'
December 14, 2015
The Philadelphia Inquirer taps into well-being research and speaks with Center Founder Richard Davidson on how to train our brains to be more... Learn More
Re-Wiring Your Brain for Happiness: Research Shows How Meditation Can Physically Change the Brain
December 14, 2015
ABC News and Dan Harris dive into the science of meditation and why people around the country are beginning to try it Learn More
Retraining the Brain
December 14, 2015
Now interviews Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson and examines how to train healthy qualities of mind Learn More
UW–Madison Researchers to Meet with Dalai Lama
December 14, 2015
Center Founder Richard Davidson and Global Health Institute Jonathan Patz travel to India to explore global well-being with the Dalai Lama Learn More
Veterans Learn to Use Yoga and Meditation Exercises to Reconnect With Their Emotions in a UW–Madison Study
December 14, 2015
The Wisconsin State Journal covers a study focusing on the well-being of veterans at the Center Learn More
UW-Madison Happiness Research Featured in NOVA Documentary
December 13, 2015
Center Founder Richard Davidson Appears in Third Episode of "This Emotional Life" Titled “Rethinking Happiness" Learn More >
Gift Expands Faculty and Research to Help Youth Flourish
December 13, 2015
Gift enables research investigating mental health for at-risk youth Learn More >