Overview of Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a state of consciousness characterized by an accepting awareness of and attention to the constant stream of experience. It is a practice that has been used for over 2,500 years in Eastern psychology, and over the past four decades has proven useful to Western psychological and health sciences. Click here for more information on mindfulness.
Purpose of the Mindfulness Research Guide
The Mindfulness Research Guide is a comprehensive resource that provides information to researchers and practitioners on:
1) the scientific study of mindfulness, including:
- research publications
- measurement tools
- mindfulness research centers
2) and hosts the Mindfulness Research Monthly bulletin for the purpose of keeping researchers and practitioners informed of current advances in mindfulness research.
