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Forget Me, Forget Me Not…
We tend to think of memory as a one-shot deal. We experience something and we either store it in memory or let it go. New research suggests otherwise: Fresh data can draw out latent memories. Read More 
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.
Category: Mindfulness Research
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Should We Always Look for Silver Linings?
According to a new study, changing your perspective may be helpful in some situations—but not others. Read More
Focus & Attention
How to Turn Down Our “What If” Brain
When fear takes charge of our brains we tend to focus all our attention on risks and worst-case scenarios. Here’s how to turn down the noise. Read More
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5 Science-Backed Strategies to Build Resilience
When the road gets rocky, what do you do? Read More
Eating & Body Image
Mindfulness Supports “Wise” Indulgence
A recent study finds that mindfulness may not help us overcome all of our urges, just the ones that count. Read More
Kids & Teens
What’s Going on Inside the Teen Brain?
It's a time of rapid brain development—and risk. Here's why we need to give teens the space—and the safety—to grow. Read More
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Is Your Immune System Secretly Choosing Your Friends?
New research reveals surprising ties between our immune systems and our social behavior. Read More
Books & Reviews
The Amazing, Tumultuous, Wild, Wonderful, Teenage Brain
“What’s going on in that head of yours?” How many adults have asked an adolescent some form of that question? In his book, Brainstorm, a New York Times bestseller, Dr. Dan Siegel decided to go a step further and actually answer that question. The results are surprising—and very exciting. Read More
Getting Started
How to Choose a Type of Mindfulness Meditation
A new study teases out the different benefits of four kinds of meditation. Read More
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Meditation Keeps Emotions in Check
A new study explores whether mindfulness is the result of meditation, a natural disposition, or a spontaneous state of mind. Read More
