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The neurobiology of mindfulness
pp. 45-57
Abstract
As Western culture has become more aware of Eastern spiritual traditions, scientists have been increasingly interested in verifying the anecdotal claims from expert meditators regarding mindfulness practice. For almost 50 years, the practice of meditation and mindfulness has been studied byWestern neuroscientists looking to better understand its phenomenology, neurobiology, and clinical effects. In this chapter, we provide an overview of current neurobiological research on mindfulness and meditation practices, including key findings, methodological issues, and clinical implications.
Publication details
Published in:
Didonna Fabrizio (2009) Clinical handbook of mindfulness. Dordrecht, Springer.
Pages: 45-57
DOI: 10.1007/978-0-387-09593-6_4
Full citation:
Treadway Michael T., Lazar Sara W. (2009) „The neurobiology of mindfulness“, In: F. Didonna (ed.), Clinical handbook of mindfulness, Dordrecht, Springer, 45–57.