About & Disclaimer

This blog is an open discussion of meditation techniques through the ages, and scientific data about meditation and similar practices.  Comments are welcome regarding ideas and experiences of meditative practice.

Dr. Gregory Brown is a board certified general and forensic psychiatrist, who is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. He has a particular interest in consciousness studies, transpersonal psychiatry, and meditative experience.  All statements and opinions included in this blog are those of Dr. Brown [and contributors] alone, and do not in any way reflect the position or perspective of the University of Nevada School of Medicine.

Nothing in this blog or discussions should be construed as any form of medical advice, and no doctor patient relationship is established between the author and the reader.  All practices are experienced at the full responsibility of the reader, and if in doubt, the reader should consult a physician to discuss the appropriateness of any techniques or practices based upon his/her specific medical conditions.