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"Let's say you set out to learn a new subject or skill, and you succeed. That's great. You've added to your knowledge and abilities. But it's limited to just that one thing you've learned. Now imagine that instead, the skill you learn is...how to learn. Once you know how to learn-smarter, faster, and better-you can apply it to anything. You can learn to master your mindset or your motivation, or use the methods to pick up martial arts, music, marketing,...
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"An internationally respected neurologist offers a revolutionary look at the brains of adolescents, providing surprising insights--including why smart kids often do stupid things--and practical advice for adults and teens.In this groundbreaking, accessible book, Dr. Frances E. Jensen, a mother, teacher, researcher, and internationally known expert in neurology, introduces us to the mystery and magic of the teen brain. One of the first books to focus...
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Simon & Schuster
Pub. Date
2021.
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English
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"Throughout our life, we look for ways to keep our mind sharp and effortlessly productive. Now, globetrotting neurosurgeon Dr. Sanjay Gupta offers insights from top scientists all over the world, whose cutting-edge research can help you heighten and protect brain function and maintain cognitive health at any age. Keep Sharp debunks common myths about aging and cognitive decline, explores whether there's a "best" diet or exercise regimen for the brain,...
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Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2018]
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English
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"How to eat for maximum brain power and health from an expert in both neuroscience and nutrition. Like our bodies, our brains have very specific food requirements. And in this eye-opening book from an author who is both a neuroscientist and a certified integrative nutritionist, we learn what should be on our menu. Dr. Lisa Mosconi, whose research spans an extraordinary range of specialties including brain science, the microbiome, and nutritional...
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Belknap Press of Harvard University Press
Pub. Date
2009
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English
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Though we have other distinguishing characteristics (walking on two legs, for instance, and relative hairlessness), the brain and the behavior it produces are what truly set us apart from the other apes and primates. And how this three-pound organ composed of water, fat, and protein turned a mammal species into the dominant animal on earth today is the story the author seeks to tell in this book. Adopting what he calls a bottom-up approach to the...
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Teaching Co
Pub. Date
©2010
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English
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In thirty-six each half hour lectures, Professor Sam Wang explores the science and mystery of the human nervous system, from essential neurochemical and neurobiological processes to the psychological and social constructs they are thought to produce.
12) What Does Childhood Taste Like?: Mental Workouts to Stretch, Bend, and Energize the Way You Think
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What Does Childhood Taste Like? was among the first "brain games" books to treat the human brain like a muscle; through interactive lessons, author Jack Maguire teaches readers how to take care of their minds as they do their bodies. Whether you are a writer looking to maximize creativity, an executive honing your decision-making skills, or a retiree keeping your memory strong, this book has exercises for you. A must for anyone concerned about mental...
13) Keep sharp
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Simon & Schuster Audio
Pub. Date
[2020]
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English
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Dr. Sanjay Gupta offers insights from top scientists all over the world, whose cutting-edge research can help heighten and protect brain function and maintain cognitive health at any age. He debunks common myths about aging and cognitive decline, explores whether there's a 'best' diet or exercise regimen for the brain, and explains whether it's healthier to play video games that test memory and processing speed or to engage in more social interaction....
14) Improve Accelerated Learning: Learn 10x Faster Memory, Speed Reading, Boost Productivity & Transf
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If you've always wanted a simple way to learn faster and improve your memory but find learning difficult then keep reading…. Do you feel like you spend a lot of time easily distracted on things other than what you're meant to really be focusing on?Have you ever tried learning something new only to forget the information as fast as you read it? Would you like to improve your brain's ability to learn?You see, learning and improving your memory doesn't...
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Center Street
Pub. Date
2018.
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English
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"It was a beautiful fall day in Connecticut when Colleen Alexander, a lifelong competitive athlete, rode her bike home from work, having just learned her job with the nonprofit PeaceJam was secure. She had survived a diagnosis of lupus and brain surgery that almost took her life, and was married at last to the love of her life, Sean. Life was good as she met the eyes of a truck driver rolling up to the stop sign beside her. He didn't stop. The truck...
16) Keep Your Brain Alive: 83 Neurobic Exercises to Help Prevent Memory Loss and Increase Mental Fitness
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English
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A neurobiologist provides simple ways to exercise your brain, enhance your memory, and boost your cognitive health.
Over forty? Getting forgetful? Having trouble learning new things-or remembering that actress's name without reaching for your smartphone? Chances are, your brain needs a workout, and Neurobics-simple, unique brain exercises that can be done anywhere, anytime-are here to help.
In this little book, you'll find 83 brain teasers and...
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