Tools of the trade: theory and method in mindfulness neuroscience.
Soc Cogn Affect Neurosci October 18, 2012 DOI: 10.1093/scan/nss112 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThis theoretical paper examines the methodological and theoretical tools used in mindfulness neuroscience, arguing that the field's reliance on certain experimental designs and neuroimaging techniques shapes how mindfulness is conceptualized and studied. It critiques the assumption that mindfulness can be reduced to discrete brain states and calls for greater integration of first-person subjective experience with third-person neural measures. The authors advocate for more nuanced approaches that account for the complexity and context-dependence of mindfulness practices.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Key finding | Argues that mindfulness neuroscience requires improved theoretical consistency and methodological standardization to advance understanding of neural mechanisms. |
Abstract
Tools of the trade: theory and method in mindfulness neuroscience.