Neural Mechanisms Underlying Movement-Based Embodied Contemplative Practices

• Main Author: Catherine E. Kerr (auth)
• Other Authors: Laura Schmalzl (auth)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Frontiers Media SA 2016
• Series: Frontiers Research Topics
• Subjects: Neurosciences; Movement; feldenkrais; mindfulness; Tai Chi; Yoga; embodiment; dance; somatics; contemplation; Self-regulation
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

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...