Mindfulness Research
How the Brain Changes When You Meditate
By charting new pathways in the brain, mindfulness can change the banter inside our heads from chaotic to calm. Read More 
Mindfulness Research
Stay at the forefront of mindfulness science with Mindful.org's Mindfulness Research category. Here, we delve 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
Focus
Major Study Will Track How Meditation Affects Teenagers
The largest study of its kind will examine the effects of mindfulness on teens and their mental health. Read More
Anxiety
60 Minutes’ Anderson Cooper Tries Mindfulness
This Sunday, 60 Minutes will re-air its mindfulness segment where Cooper explores how meditation can change the brain. Read More
Calm
How to Avoid the Empathy Trap
Do you prioritize other people's feelings over your own? You might be falling into the "empathy trap." Read More
Anxiety
Three Simple Practices That Can Help Boost Happiness at Work
These brief practices can help you bring some well-being into your work day. Read More
Anxiety
Study Finds Mindfulness to Be a Powerful Healing Tool for Veterans
Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center created mindfulness program and study to help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Read More
Anxiety
Smoking Cessation App from Yale Uses Mindfulness Approach
Craving to Quit incorporates Dr. Judson Brewer's research on mindfulness training so smokers can learn how to notice the sensation of smoking and let thoughts and cravings pass. Read More
Kids and Teens
Mindfulness Meditation and At-Risk Youths
John McCabe shares his experience teaching meditation to youths at a juvenile detention center in Kansas. Read More
Calm
This New Website Turned Hundreds of Scientific Studies into Meditation Practices You Can Try Right Now
Greater Good in Action is a one-stop-shop for mindfulness-based and research-backed practices that can help you build essential skills for navigating challenges and living a more fulfilling, rewarding, and enjoyable life. Read More
Calm
Meditation Is Not All Calm and Peace
A new study suggests mindfulness could be as effective as antidepressants for treating recurrent depression. However, meditation isn't always side-effect-free. Read More
