ucsb study suggests mindful meditation boosts test scores

(Originally posted here two years ago, two days after the study was published.)

"Mindfulness meditation, the ancient and flourishing practice that increases awareness of random thoughts and redirects attention to the present moment, has been used to manage stress, depression and even chronic pain. But can it improve test scores?"

The answer, according to this recent UC Santa Barbara study, is yes.  If you are interested in learning more please email or comment to this post.