
Cognition
Neuroscience Reveals the Secrets of Meditation’s Benefits
Contemplative practices that extend back thousands of years show a multitude of benefits for both body and mind
Antoine Lutz is a research scientist at the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research and also works at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He has been a leader in studying the neurobiology of meditation. Credit: Nick Higgins
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