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Cool Class: This Course is Improving Students’ Mental Health
September 18, 2023
The Art & Science of Human Flourishing is a collaborative course that helps students develop their own mindfulness toolkit to navigate their first year of college and beyond. And a recent study shows it works. Now, professors and researchers are hoping to find a way to share their findings beyond the classroom and in the community.
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Upcoming Events
Consciousness: Science and Spirituality and Social Impact
October 27
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October 28, 2023
Dr. Richard Davidson will speak on the Harvard Medical School Conscious Leadership Panel for a session called “Consciousness: Science and Spirituality and Social Impact” on Friday, Oct. 27. Register now!
See Richard Davidson Speak at The Science of Teaching and Learning Conference
November 17, 8:30AM
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November 19, 5:00PM
Dr. Richard Davidson will present “The Science of Wellbeing: Teaching and Training for Healthy Minds, Brains, and Bodies” on Nov. 17-19 in Boston, Mass., or virtually via Zoom.
Media Coverage
Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown Episode Featuring Richard J. Davidson - "What We're Getting Wrong with Meditation"
Sep 18, 2023
Dr. Richard Davidson explains the parts of the brain most affected by meditation, and what all of that means for how we self-regulate and cope with trauma.
Cool Class: This Course is Improving Students’ Mental Health
Sep 18, 2023
The Art & Science of Human Flourishing is a collaborative course that helps students develop their own mindfulness toolkit to navigate their first year of college and beyond. And a recent study shows it works. Now, professors and researchers are hoping to find a way to share their findings beyond the classroom and in the community.
Feeling like Barbie? Here are tips for finding purpose in the real world, based on science
Aug 30, 2023
In this summer's blockbuster movie of the same name, Barbie stares down an existential crisis. For humans in the real world, UW's Center for Healthy Minds has some well-tested guidance, along with a free app, for navigating life's challenges and cultivating well-being.