The article titled “The underlying anatomical correlates of long-term meditation: Larger hippocampal and frontal volumes of gray matter” investigates the effects of long-term meditation on brain structure. The study found that long-term meditators had larger gray matter volumes in areas associated with attention, sensory processing, and emotion regulation, particularly in the prefrontal cortex and the hippocampus. These findings suggest that long-term meditation practice may have a protective effect on the brain, particularly in areas that are important for cognitive and emotional functioning. Overall, the study highlights the potential of mindfulness and meditation practices for promoting brain health and well-being.
