Meditation
Meditation is a mind-body practice in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). There are many types of meditation, most of which originated in ancient religious and spiritual traditions. In meditation, a person learns to focus attention. Some forms of meditation instruct the practitioner to become mindful of thoughts, feelings, and sensations and to observe them in a nonjudgmental way. This practice is believed to result in a state of greater calmness and physical relaxation, and psychological balance. Practicing meditation can change how a person relates to the flow of emotions and thoughts.
For Consumers
Research Spotlights
Audio and Video
- Meditation (YouTube) [1min 37sec]
- Meditation: A Neuroscience Approach [Runtime: 205:40–255:16]
- Dr. Briggs Interview About Meditation on The Diane Rehm Show [51min 17sec] (NPR)
Ongoing Medical Studies
- Search for Active Medical Research Studies (ClinicalTrials.gov)
For Health Professionals
Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Integrative Oncology: Complementary Therapies and Botanicals [270KB PDF]
(Society for Integrative Oncology) - Integrative Oncology in Lung Cancer (Chest)
Continuing Education (CME, CEU)
Scientific Literature
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