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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

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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 >

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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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New York Times

Knowing Every Breath You Take

December 12, 2015

This New York Times editorial shares research ideas and a talk led by Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson Learn More

Idea Fit Web

Meditation: Push-Ups for the Brain

December 12, 2015

Idea Fit draws from Center for Healthy Minds research on well-being Learn More

Daily Mail Web

Mindfulness Meditation May Ease Pain from Stress-Related Conditions Like IBS and Arthritis

December 12, 2015

The Daily Mail shares findings from a Center for Healthy Minds study Learn More

Tibet Post Web

26th Mind and Life Conference begins at Drepung University

December 12, 2015

The Tibet Post shares insights from a dialogue among the Dalai Lama, scientists and scholars Learn More

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Web

UW Study Shows Benefits of Mindfulness Meditation for Inflammation

December 12, 2015

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel shares findings from a study led by Center Scientist Melissa Rosenkranz Learn More

New York Times

Where Science and Religion Coexist

December 12, 2015

The New York Times chronicles the Dalai Lama's interest in science and collaborations with scientists, including Center Founder Richard Davidson Learn More

Live Science Web

Exercising Your Brain May Improve Your Life

December 12, 2015

Live Science features neuroscience research from the Center looking at meditation's effects on the brain Learn More

Wall Street Journal Web

Stress-Busting Smiles

December 12, 2015

The Wall Street Journal draws from the work of Richard Davidson from the Center for Healthy Minds to understand the relationship between frowning... Learn More

Wisconsin Public Radio

Richard Davidson on the Veronica Rueckert Show

December 12, 2015

Center Founder Richard Davidson shares the neuroscience of well-being on Wisconsin Public Radio show Learn More

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A Word To The Wise, Part 2

December 12, 2015

Marilyn Powell talks to psychologists, sociologists, neuroscientists such as Richard Davidson about wisdom Learn More

Wisconsin State Jounral Web

Dalai Lama Returning to Madison in May

December 12, 2015

The Wisconsin State Journal announces the Dalai Lama's return to Madison, Wisconsin Learn More

South China Morning Post Web

How Meditation Can Improve Not Only Individual Lives But Also Society

December 12, 2015

The South China Morning Post interviews Center Founder Richard Davidson on the science of well-being Learn More