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August 2013 PMID 23964222

Effortless awareness: using real time neurofeedback to investigate correlates of posterior cingulate cortex activity in meditators' self-report.

Kathleen A Garrison, Juan F Santoyo, Jake H Davis, Thomas A Thornhill, Catherine E Kerr, Judson A Brewer

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The discussions reflect a cautious but supportive attitude toward the publication, exemplified by comments emphasizing scientific rigor, such as references to blinded studies. The tone remains neutral and analytical, with a focus on the importance of proper research methods rather than the specific insights from the study, which contributes to the moderate scores assigned.

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Posters generally agree on the value of scientific skepticism and the importance of rigorous blinded studies, reflecting a supportive stance toward the research approach.

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The discussion shows moderate interest, with posters acknowledging the research's relevance but not expressing high enthusiasm or detailed critique.

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The engagement level is moderate, as participants comment thoughtfully on the methods used, like blinded studies, but do not delve deeply into the findings or implications.

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The overall perceived impact appears limited, primarily focusing on methodological validation rather than immediate practical implications of the research findings.

Abstract in brief

  • This study uses grounded theory methodology to analyze how meditators' subjective experiences during real-time neurofeedback correlate with activity in the posterior cingulate cortex (PCC), a key part of the brain's default mode network.
  • The researchers found that feelings of undistracted awareness, concentration, and effortless observing are linked to PCC deactivation, while distracted awareness and efforting are associated with PCC activation, providing insights into the neural basis of different meditative states.
  • The findings generate new hypotheses about how specific cognitive qualities in meditation, like the difference between meditating and trying to meditate, relate to PCC activity, enhancing our understanding of mind wandering and self-related thinking in meditation.]
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Jud Brewer MD PhD
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@nickcammarata @RianKMD @kithkui It's good to be skeptical. That's why we do blinded studies :): https://t.co/ghgODEOY5V https://t.co/VlLvxWTRIS

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Effortless awareness: using real time neurofeedback to investigate correlates of posterior cingulate cortex activity in meditators' self-report (2013) https://t.co/tZQwK2ivhi https://t.co/pqp6QBFiso

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Jud Brewer MD PhD
@judbrewer · X

@nickcammarata @RianKMD @kithkui It's good to be skeptical. That's why we do blinded studies :): https://t.co/ghgODEOY5V https://t.co/VlLvxWTRIS

Dec 27, 2023 · 2 likes · 14,656 followers View post →
electricnoøne
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Effortless awareness: using real time neurofeedback to investigate correlates of posterior cingulate cortex activity in meditators' self-report (2013) https://t.co/tZQwK2ivhi https://t.co/pqp6QBFiso

Apr 30, 2020 · 1 like View post →