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Book SynopsisThe editor of this new Routledge collection describes mindfulness as the process of bringing attention to the present moment and observing what one is experiencing in an open and non-judgemental fashion'. Although a simple concept in principle, mindfulness is a process that does not come naturally to human beings, and often requires much practice and instruction to master. And while scientific research has now clearly documented the broad benefits of mindfulness, not least in relation to our physical health and psychological well-being, many complex questions are still being addressed. For instance:
How does our modern, scientific understanding of mindfulness relate to its various religious and cultural traditions?
What is the most accurate way operationally to define mindfulness as a psychological construct, and what assessment methods are best suited for studying this process inside and outside of the laboratory?
What are the true benefits of mindfulnes
