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Resources & Services
AMRA Library Downloadable database DetailsWe provide a scientific database of academic publication references on mindfulness from a contemplative psychology and practice perspective. The AMRA Library warehouses this compendium of references that can be downloaded for personal use with your reference management program such as Endnote. File types provided include “.xml” for Endnote users and “.rtf” for viewing and editing without the need for a software program. The database can be accessed by AMRA members only. AMRA does not provide assistance with reference programs. Tutorials for reference management software programs can be found online. |
Scientific Bulletin Mindfulness Research Monthly DetailsWe provide access to a highly popular bulletin which serves to inform mindfulness research and practice. The Mindfulness Research Monthly, in publication since 2010, is the monthly research bulletin of the American Mindfulness Research Association. This publication provides a comprehensive collection of new research in the field in an effort to build awareness of and inform the latest scientific advances in mindfulness, and to gain new insights regarding the effects of mindfulness practice. Since its inaugural issue, archives to Mindfulness Research Monthly remain free as a service to the public. |
Reviews and Meta-Analysesfor Mindfulness research and practice DetailsWe provide access to a list of selected publicly available research reviews and meta-analyses that report on the evidence base for mindfulness research and practice. |
DetailsWe provide access to a list of scales that are used to measure mindfulness. Examples of measurement scales include the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) and the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ). |
DetailsWe provide access to a list of formalized programs in the United States and internationally that conduct mindfulness research and/or have an ongoing mindfulness teacher training program. |
DetailsAMRA recognizes and supports the early career development of promising mindfulness researchers and teachers. The AMRA Professional Development Award provides merit-based awards in the amount of $500 to eligible individuals in an effort to recognize and support advancements in mindfulness research and practice. |
DetailsWe track and post current popular press stories from major news outlets in a blog format. |  AMRA PodcastDetailsJoin Dr. David Black, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine and Founding Director of the American Mindfulness Research Association, discuss the research and practice of mindfulness meditation with leading experts in the field. He sets out to uncover the clinical utility of mindfulness practice, explore its use among diverse populations, review the novelty of new research methods applied in the field, and expand its investigation across scientific disciplines. |  AMRA BootcampDetailsWe are working on a new service. We plan to hold content area online bootcamps for professional development in mindfulness research. Coming soon, date TBD. |
