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Laugh Your Way to Better Health
Science is beginning to show how laughter benefits our mental and physical health. Researcher Emma Seppälä outlines some key benefits, and Mindful suggests tips for getting your "LOL" on. 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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How Compassion Meditation Reduces Mind Wandering
A new study from Stanford's Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) demonstrates how compassion meditation may reduce mind wandering and increase caring behaviour. Read More
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Take a Walk in Nature to Ease Brain Fatigue
Taking short walks in green spaces can help us refresh, according to a new study using portable brain wave measuring technology. Read More
Eating & Body Image
The Wealthiest Countries Have the Poorest Diets (study)
A landmark study assessing the diet quality of 187 countries saw an increase in the consumption of unhealthy foods such as processed food and sweetened drinks. Read More
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Mindfulness Helps You Sleep (study)
People learning mindfulness scored higher on sleep than those who did not take mindfulness training. Read More
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Why Doctors and Nurses Should Meditate
According to recent research, mindfulness could cut down on the spread of hospital-acquired infections. Read More
Depression & Grief
The Power of a Simple Hug as a Natural Antidepressant
Can a hug have antidepressant properties? Science shows there is biological power in the simple act of a hug, from melting away the stress from a day to repairing emotional wounds. Read More
Depression & Grief
Depression “Tweaks” Disappointment Circuit in Brain
"People with depression process information more negatively than healthy people." Scientific American reports on new research exploring the brain circuitry underlying this imbalance. Read More
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UK on the Fast Track to Becoming a Mindful Nation
Inquiry examines the benefits of mindfulness in health care, education, the workplace, prisons, and more. Read More
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Why We’re Not Wired to Pay Attention to the Good Things in Life
We're wired to pay attention to what's negative—great for survival, not so great for everyday life. Elisha Goldstein explores how mindfulness undercuts our negativity bias. Read More
