Research studies are suggesting that in addition to conventional therapies (such as medication etc.) help may be available for run-away thoughts and depressive ruminations through mind-body based techniques such as mindfulness. Mindfulness is an intentional capacity to pay attention to the present moment without any judgment. In depressive disorder, it is the repetitive ruminations whichRead more
PARMJIT SINGH, PhD
Research suggests that training in mindfulness meditation improves behaviour outcomes of executive functioning of the brain such as working memory, attention, emotional regulation, cognitive control and decision-making process. Better executive functions are indication of healthy decision-making and emotional control and a boon for organizational success and stewardship. Most of executive lapse are often tied toRead more
If there is one social lubricant we all need aplenty in our life it would be well-nigh empathy. It allows us to form and sustain relationships and when something goes wrong, recover from them. It helps us to feel the felt—that is, metaphorically putting our self into other’s shoes. However, could there be another sideRead more
Research studies so far indicate that practice of mindfulness-based techniques is very helpful in healing symptoms of depression. Mindfulness training allows us to observe and hold troublesome feelings and emotions in a non-reactive and non-judgmental space thereby helping us relate to ups and downs of life in a balanced manner. In one of the studiesRead more
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