On research in Zen.
E T Shimano, D B Douglas
American Journal of Psychiatry December 1, 1975 DOI: 10.1176/ajp.132.12.1300 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Buddhism |
| Key points | Argues that researchers must practice Zen meditation themselves to gain true understanding of its altered perception and reality, otherwise research will be erroneous. |
Abstract
Zen is one of several mental or spiritual disciplines that have become the object of recent scientific interest and theory. The authors discuss several aspects of Zen, such as the psychophysiological effects of meditation and the general impact of enlightenment, that are potential areas of fruitful research. They stress, however, that researchers can gain true understanding of the different perception and experience of reality to which Zen gives access only by practicing Zen meditation themselves. Without such understanding, the planning and interpretation of research will inevitably be in error and a resource of the greatest potential value misused.
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