Neural Mechanisms Underlying Movement-Based Embodied Contemplative Practices
Catherine E. Kerr
Neural Mechanisms Underlying Movement-Based Embodied Contemplative Practices - Frontiers Media SA 2016 - 1 electronic resource (215 p.)
Open Access
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 symptoms of several clinical conditions, and to elicit measurable changes in physiological, neural, and behavioral parameters in healthy individuals. An important challenge for neuroscience is therefore to advance our understanding of the neurophysiological and neurocognitive mechanisms underlying these observed effects, and this Research Topic aims to make a contribution in this regard. It showcases the current state of the art of investigations on movement-based practices including yoga, tai chi, the Feldenkrais Method, as well as dance. Featured contributions include empirical research, proposals of theoretical frameworks, as well as novel perspectives on a variety of issues relevant to the field. This Research Topic is the first of its kind to specifically attempt a neurophysiological and neurocognitive characterization that spans multiple mindful movement approaches, and we trust it will be of interest to basic scientists, clinical researchers, and contemplative practitioners alike.
Creative Commons
English
978-2-88919-894-8 9782889198948
10.3389/978-2-88919-894-8 doi
Movement feldenkrais mindfulness Tai Chi Yoga embodiment dance somatics contemplation Self-regulation
Neural Mechanisms Underlying Movement-Based Embodied Contemplative Practices - Frontiers Media SA 2016 - 1 electronic resource (215 p.)
Open Access
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 symptoms of several clinical conditions, and to elicit measurable changes in physiological, neural, and behavioral parameters in healthy individuals. An important challenge for neuroscience is therefore to advance our understanding of the neurophysiological and neurocognitive mechanisms underlying these observed effects, and this Research Topic aims to make a contribution in this regard. It showcases the current state of the art of investigations on movement-based practices including yoga, tai chi, the Feldenkrais Method, as well as dance. Featured contributions include empirical research, proposals of theoretical frameworks, as well as novel perspectives on a variety of issues relevant to the field. This Research Topic is the first of its kind to specifically attempt a neurophysiological and neurocognitive characterization that spans multiple mindful movement approaches, and we trust it will be of interest to basic scientists, clinical researchers, and contemplative practitioners alike.
Creative Commons
English
978-2-88919-894-8 9782889198948
10.3389/978-2-88919-894-8 doi
Movement feldenkrais mindfulness Tai Chi Yoga embodiment dance somatics contemplation Self-regulation