Regarding meditation, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. PET and fMRI scans reveal changes in the activity of the frontal lobes of the brain during meditation.
b. Concentrative meditation is more difficult to attain than mindfulness meditation.
c. Concentrative meditation often utilizes a mantra.
d. People who use meditation to reduce stress often report less daily physical tension and anxiety.
B
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