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New Study Reveals Critical Role of Conscious Awareness in Regulating Emotional Responses

December 6, 2013

Can cues in our environment we're unaware of shape our behavior and emotions toward others?
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Study Reveals Gene Expression Changes with Meditation

December 4, 2013

New research suggests mindfulness meditation may alter how genes are expressed in the body
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Having a Purpose in Life May Be Protective Against Exposure to Life’s Unpleasantness

November 15, 2013

Finding meaning from life’s experiences may play a role in our ability to regulate our emotions, research suggests
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Well-Being in Children

Local Middle School Students Invited To Participate in Research Study Involving Video Games

September 30, 2013

Can we teach positive qualities of mind through video games?
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Grant Supports Investigations into Mechanisms of Meditation, Impacts on Health and Well-Being

September 25, 2013

A new grant will support initiatives to help determine whether meditation produces long-lasting changes in the brain
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Studies to Shed Light on How Early Experience Impacts Brain Development to Illuminate the Arc of Mental Illness

September 11, 2013

Researchers look at how early experience impacts the development and function of the human brain
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New Year, new goals: How to set the right intention
Dec 20, 2024
A better way to plan your New Years resolutions? Get expert tips on successful intention-setting for 2025 from Dr. Richard J. Davidson, founder and director of Center for Healthy Minds and the affiliate non-profit org, Healthy Minds Innovations.
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7 Simple Ways to Actually Reduce Inflammation in Your Body
Dec 18, 2024
Doctors and researchers, including Dr. Melissa Rosenkranz, share the everyday habits that make a difference.
Abundant Life school shooting prompts calls for support, action
Dec 18, 2024
CHM experts Dr. Richard J. Davidson and Simon Goldberg remind us that we need to respond both with support and compassion for those most affected in the Abundant Life Christian School shooting in December.
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