The Science of Meditation
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What is the definition of meditation?

  • Meditation is a state of unconsciousness
  • Meditation involves withdrawal of the mind from sense organs (correct)
  • Meditation is a type of medication
  • Meditation is a form of physical exercise

Which aspect of Yoga Darshana relates to complete absorption on the chosen object?

  • Dharana
  • Dhyana (correct)
  • Samadhi
  • Pratyahara

What are examples of types of meditation mentioned in the text?

  • Reading and writing
  • Concentrative meditation and mindfulness meditation (correct)
  • Yoga and Tai Chi
  • Running and weightlifting

What is the purpose of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT)?

<p>To improve physical and mental health (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what does Dharana involve?

<p>$Dharana$ involves focused attention on an object (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the steps of Ashtanga Yoga related to meditation?

<p>Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Dharana in meditation?

<p>Focused attention on an object (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of meditation involves encouraging a heightened state of awareness and focused attention?

<p>Concentrative meditation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Pratyahara involve in the context of Ashtanga Yoga?

<p>Withdrawal of the mind from sense organs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT)?

<p>They are both examples of mindfulness meditation techniques (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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