Neurological studies on meditation

Neurological studies on meditation use brain imaging techniques to observe how meditation affects brain structure and function. Findings show that regular meditation can enhance areas related to attention, emotional regulation, and self-awareness, such as increased gray matter density and connectivity in the prefrontal cortex and insula. It can also reduce activity in regions associated with stress and mind-wandering, like the amygdala and default mode network. These changes suggest meditation promotes mental clarity, emotional stability, and resilience, illustrating its potential benefits for mental health through measurable brain alterations.