REL 221 - Buddhism and Mindfulness

4 Credits

1 Units

What is mindfulness? Does it improve health? Why are mindfulness-based programs being increasingly introduced into big corporations, startups, churches, public schools, hospitals, prisons, law enforcement, and the military? This course will explore: 1) the relationship between Buddhist traditions and mindfulness; 2) scientific research on the effects of mindfulness; and 3) the ethical debate on the commodification of mindfulness. (U1)

MILE Requirement:

HUM

LinC Requirement: U1

Credit Type Code: Letter Grade
TAGS

Cultural and Linguistic Competencies Ethical Deliberation