Neural Mechanisms Underlying Movement-Based Embodied Contemplative Practices

• Hoofdauteur: Catherine E. Kerr (auth)
• Andere auteurs: Laura Schmalzl (auth)
• Formaat: Elektronisch Hoofdstuk
• Taal: Engels
• Gepubliceerd in: Frontiers Media SA 2016
• Reeks: Frontiers Research Topics
• Onderwerpen: Neurosciences; Movement; feldenkrais; mindfulness; Tai Chi; Yoga; embodiment; dance; somatics; contemplation; Self-regulation
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Relative to the extensive neuroscientific work on seated meditation practices, far less studies have investigated the neural mechanisms underlying movement-based contemplative practices such as yoga or tai chi. Movement-based practices have, however, been found to be effective for relieving the symp...