\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReflecting a decade of tremendous growth in mindfulness research and interventions, this authoritative handbook is now in a significantly revised second edition with 75% new material.\u003c/b\u003e The volume examines the interface of contemporary psychological science and ancient contemplative traditions. It presents cutting-edge work on the neurobiological, cognitive, emotional, and interpersonal mechanisms and effects of meditative practices. Chapters on exemplary applications review mindfulness-based interventions for both clinical and nonclinical populations. Contributors describe the development of and evidence base for each approach and identify important directions for future investigation.\r\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew to This Edition\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMost chapters are new or extensively updated.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChapters on emotion regulation processes and interventions for chronic pain.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChapters on interventions in school and work settings.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChapter on adapting mindfulness-based research and interventions for Black communities.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChapters on neurophenomenology, process-based research, and Buddhist philosophy.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e