This review synthesizes relations between mindfulness and resting-state fMRI functional
connectivity of brain networks. Mindfulness is characterized by present-moment awareness …

Objectives: Nonpharmacologic approaches have been characterized as the preferred
means to treat chronic noncancer pain by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …

Mindfulness-based processes have been shown to enhance attention and related
behavioral responses, including analgesia, which is discussed as an effective method in the …

Objectives Despite the growing popularity of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs), little is
known about the neural connectivity changes that underlie the effects of MBI. The aim of this …

Background The staggering morbidity associated with chronic inflammatory diseases can be
reduced by psychological interventions, including Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction …

Background Inflammation is an established contributor to the pathophysiology of depression
and the prevalence of depression in those with chronic inflammatory disease is two-to four …

The triple networks, namely the default-mode network (DMN), the central executive network
(CEN), and the salience network (SN), play crucial roles in disorders of the brain, as well as …

Chronic pain can result from many pain syndromes including complex regional pain
syndrome (CRPS), phantom limb pain and chronic low back pain, among others. On a …

Chronic widespread pain (CWP) is one of the most difficult pain conditions to treat due to an
unknown etiology and a lack of innovative treatment design and effectiveness. Based upon …

While distinct, pain and stress share complex biological and psychological mechanisms that—
despite their protective functions—can lead to clinically maladaptive changes requiring …