A new study published in the journal Mindfulness has found that high-precision brain training can help novice meditators ...

Children actively meditating experience lower activity in parts of the brain involved in rumination, mind-wandering and depression, our team found in the first brain-imaging study of young people ...

For many, the idea of meditation sounds both appealing and overwhelming. Being more mindful seems like it could be positive, but sitting still for a half hour or more in silence feels daunting. For ...

Mental illness alone costs the U.S. billions of dollars each year. Here's how low-cost, underused approaches like meditation could reverse the trend.

Meditation is an ancient practice experiencing a surge in popularity in the modern world. Beyond its reputation for stress reduction and relaxation, meditation offers a surprising range of health ...

Overwork and burnout are affecting many Americans. The American Psychological Association’s 2023 Work and Well-being Survey found that 77% of Americans suffered from workplace stress. Over half of the ...

In the bustling rhythm of modern life, high blood pressure has emerged as a common yet menacing health challenge, silently paving the way for more serious cardiovascular diseases. Amid various ...

Lucy Draper-Clarke received research funding from the Mind and Life Institute in 2018. In a world fraught with anxiety, stress, and environmental and humanitarian disasters, people are looking for ...

It’s normal to feel worried about certain things in your everyday life such as a job interview or an exam, but when that worry takes over, it’s time to take action. It’s easier said than done, I know, ...

Gym class at Irvington Middle School recently took on a more relaxing, quieter feel than usual. Instead of the sounds of basketballs, volleyballs and sneakers pounding the floor, students entered the ...

No one said that changing the world is easy, and CNN Heroes each face their own unique challenges while serving their communities. For these everyday people making an extraordinary impact, the work ...