How Mindfulness Changes the Brain

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Research shows that mindfulness can have a profound impact on the brain. One study compared the brain scans of 35 unemployed adults who reported high-stress levels to those who practiced mindfulness meditation or a relaxation training program. After three days of training, the researchers reviewed the brain scans and found that participants experienced improved brain activity. Additionally, they found that the participants’ blood markers that measure inflammation decreased, a factor linked to stress.