Editorial: Neurophysiology of Silence: Neuroscientific, Psychological, Educational and Contemplative Perspectives.
Tal Dotan Ben-Soussan, Narayanan Srinivasan, Joseph Glicksohn, Jean-Yves Beziau, Filippo Carducci, Aviva Berkovich-Ohana
Front Psychol April 13, 2021 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.675614 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThis editorial introduces a collection of research exploring the neurophysiology of silence from multiple perspectives, including neuroscience, psychology, education, and contemplative traditions. It argues that silence is not merely the absence of sound but an active state that can influence brain function, cognitive processes, and well-being. The editorial highlights how silence may promote mental clarity, stress reduction, and restorative states, with potential applications in learning and education. It sets the stage for examining how silence affects brain activity, cognitive benefits, and psychological health, suggesting that understanding these mechanisms could inform practices for enhancing mental clarity and knowledge acquisition.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Editorial Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Silence Quiet Tranquility Stillness Calm |
| Citations | 8 |
| Key finding | Argues that silence is an active phenomenon with significant implications for neuroscience, psychology, education, and contemplative practice. |
Abstract
Editorial: Neurophysiology of Silence: Neuroscientific, Psychological, Educational and Contemplative Perspectives.