Intensive training induces longitudinal changes in meditation state-related EEG oscillatory activity.
Frontiers in Human Neuroscience 2012 Manish Saggar, Brandon G King, Anthony P Zanesco et al. 136 citations
The capacity to focus one's attention for an extended period of time can be increased through training in contemplative practices. However, the cognitive processes engaged during meditation that support trait changes in cognition are not well characterized. We conducted a longitudinal wait-list controlled study of intensive meditation training. Retreat participants practiced focused attention...