A mindful approach to controlling intrusive thoughts

Abstract Intrusive thoughts of negative experiences can pose a threat to our well-being. To some extent, unwanted memories can be intentionally controlled via an executive control mechanism that downregulates the occurrence of intrusions. Mindfulness training can improve executive control. It is not...

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Main Authors: S. M. Ashton, A. Sambeth, C. W. E. M. Quaedflieg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2023-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-37447-9