Depression continues to be a major mental health issue. It affects about 20% of adults ages 65 and older, and regular depression can lead to higher risks for heart disease . It also affects people's daily lives by making them more socially isolated and affecting cognitive function especially memory.<br /><br />Meditation trains the brain to achieve sustained focus and to return to that focus when negative thinking, emotions, and physical sensations intrude which happens a often when you feel stressed and anxious.<br /><br />Meditation has been found to change certain brain regions that are specifically linked with depression.