Impact of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training on intrinsic brain connectivity.
Neuroimage February 18, 2011 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuroimage.2011.02.034 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Observational study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Not specified |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | The abstract states that MBSR training impacts intrinsic brain connectivity, but does not specify the direction or magnitude of changes. The authors suggest that mindfulness training may influence brain networks associated with attention and emotional regulation. |
Abstract
Impact of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training on intrinsic brain connectivity.
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