Research & Science

Stay at the forefront of mindfulness science with Mindful.org’s Mindfulness Research category. Here, we dive into the latest studies and findings that reveal the science behind mindfulness. Understand how mindfulness practices can impact the brain, enhance cognitive functions, and improve overall health and well-being. Our in-depth articles and analyses translate complex research into actionable insights, keeping you informed and knowledgeable about the empirical evidence supporting mindfulness.  
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FAQ
Will My Well-Being Increase If I Meditate? 

The question that nearly all prospective meditators have: Will you actually have greater health and well-being if you meditate? Mindfulness teacher Steven Hickman addresses the question from a scientific (and pragmatic) perspective. Read More 

  • Steven Hickman
  • August 18, 2025
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Focus & Attention
Awareness in Action: Rethinking ADHD Through Mindfulness 

Navigating the complexities of ADHD can be a challenge—if you often feel overwhelmed and discouraged, you’re not alone. Dr. Mark Bertin and Dana Crews explore ADHD-friendly ways to begin or deepen a mindfulness practice that helps you thrive while managing this complex medical condition. Read More 

  • Mark Bertin and Dana Crews
  • August 15, 2025
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Focus & Attention
How Mindfulness Works to Break Bad Habits 

Habits are formed and strengthened as we journey through a continuous loop seeking to satisfy our urges. Here's how mindfulness interrupts the cycle to break bad habits. Read More 

  • Judson Brewer
  • August 12, 2025
Keeping a balanced approach to the 9 Attitudes of Mindfulness
Learn
Can the Nine Attitudes of Mindfulness Do Harm? 

While incredibly helpful as a guide, misunderstanding or over-applying the Nine Attitudes of Mindfulness can create real problems. Mo Edjlali, Founder of Mindful Leader, explores how we can hold a balanced, healthy view of these nine core principles. Read More 

  • Mo Edjlali
  • July 25, 2025
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Learn
How Compassion Changes Our World, According to Science 

Offering compassion to ourselves and others is essential for promoting real change for the better. Caren Osten Gerszberg reports on scientific studies of compassion, showing how this innately human quality benefits our health, our communities, and our fractured world. Read More 

  • Caren Osten Gerszberg
  • November 28, 2024
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