The article discusses health studies as well: To read the entire article by neuroscience journalist Maia Szalavitz, click here. To read an excerpt from Jon Kabat-Zinn’s new book, Meditation for Beginners, click here. For more about Jon Kabat-Zinn himself, read Barry Boyce’s interview with him—“Toward a Mindful Society.” To see a video of Kabat-Zinn speaking at the groundbreaking Creating a Mindful Society conference, register here (it’s free).  01/18/12