Stories by J. David Creswell

J. David Creswell is the William Dietrich II Chair Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Carnegie Mellon University and chief of science at Equa Health. His Health and Human Performance Laboratory studies what makes people resilient under stress, the science of mindfulness meditation training, and wellness.

Illustration of young girl in white dress holding a teddy bear, and a business woman in lavender suit sharing a silent, tender connection between them

The Science of ParentingAugust 12, 2025

Why ‘Use Your Words’ Can Be Good for Kids’ Health

Studies show that writing or expressing what we are feeling can help adults mentally and physically. Kids are no different

J. David Creswell

Group of women enjoying dance fitness together in the gym.

OpinionMay 1, 2024

Exercise Helps Your Brain as Much as Your Body

Instead of just asking questions about how exercise helps our bodies, let’s also consider how it helps our brains

J. David Creswell

Illustration of a woman in a sling and cast doing a yoga pose.

PsychologyNovember 10, 2023

Learning to Accept Discomfort Could Help You Thrive

Equanimity, a key ingredient of mindfulness meditation, helps people face life’s ups and downs

J. David Creswell