The Neuroscience of Meditation, Cognitive Reappraisal, and Resilience

May 6, 2026

This course explores the science of the stress response and strategies to practice to help manage stress.

Target Audience

This activity is intended for nurses within the MGB Medical Group who practice in primary care and specialties.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  1. Associate interactions among the mind, brain, and body as they relate to stress and resilience.
  2. Examine beneficial neural changes associated with mindfulness and meditation.
  3. Demonstrate skill in using stress as a catalyst for learning, development, and healing.
  4. Identify two techniques that rewire the brain towards self-compassion.
  5. Recognize the connections between the microbiome and diet, and how this relationship contributes to overall resilience and well-being.

Additional Information

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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Nursing Contact Hours
  • 1.00 Participation
Course opens: 
05/05/2026
Course expires: 
06/06/2026
Event starts: 
05/06/2026 - 12:00pm EDT
Event ends: 
05/06/2026 - 1:00pm EDT
Cost:
$0.00
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Virtual, Mass General Brigham
United States

Peg Baim, CNP-BC
Clinical Director: Stress Management and Resiliency Training Program

In support of improving patient care, Mass General Brigham is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation Statement

Nursing
Mass General Brigham designates this activity for 1 ANCC contact hour. Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Nursing Contact Hours
  • 1.00 Participation

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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