BOSTON - Oct. 10 is World Mental Health Day and one condition that millions of Americans suffer from is anxiety. A new study finds that meditation can be just as effective in treating it as medication ...

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Here, a neuroscientist explains how practicing compassion meditation can help you think outside of yourself and feel more hopeful and calm. “Compassion activates the areas in the brain that are in ...

The human mind is a delicate yet powerful tool. While a calm mind can become a source of clarity and strength, a restless one can make you feel heavy and overwhelming.

Here’s another reason to hit the “pause” button and find your zen. A new study found that meditation influences key regions of your brain responsible for emotional regulation and memory, offering new ...

The new film 'Anxiety Club' dives into the mental health challenge through the POV of comedians, including Marc Maron, Aparna Nancherla, Joe List and others.

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In recent years there has been a steady stream of research showing the power of mindfulness meditation to reduce anxiety. Until now, the specific brain mechanisms of how meditation relieves anxiety at ...