Fall in Love with Data: Introducing the Mindful Schools Research Quarterly
How is mindfulness being implemented in schools? What are the proven benefits? How can this impact my work? Our new Research Quarterly will help you assess the field.
Research and Neuroscience
How Teachers Can Use Trauma-Informed Mindfulness Practices to Support their Students
Stress and trauma can affect the brain in ways that make learning difficult. Teachers can use these 8 practices to help students feel safe in the classroom
Integrating Mindfulness and SEL Programs
Can mindfulness training amplify social-emotional programs? Does an SEL approach compliment existing mindful offerings? Matthew Brensilver, PhD discusses.
Mindfulness and Psychiatric Medication
Can one be a sincere mindfulness practitioner and take an antidepressant? Does medication prevent healing or can it be an aid to mindfulness?
Mindfulness and the Scientific Study of Wisdom
Does mindfulness increase wisdom? A recent scientific study posits a six-point definition of wisdom. How does mindfulness stack up?
The Genetics of Mindfulness
Studies on twin siblings may reveal important findings on the differences between genetic and environmental influences on mindfulness.
Does Meditation Change the Structure of the Brain?
How neuroscience may help us understand the mechanism of change behind mindfulness.
An Overview of the Types of Mindfulness Research
Learn about the three kinds of mindfulness research to help understand the findings of scientific studies.
Response to a Critique of Mindfulness
While mindfulness is worthy of critical investigation, mature perspectives honor its value while acknowledging its limitations.
