SECRET LIFE OF THE GROWN-UP BRAIN THE SURPRISING TALENTS OF THE MIDDLE-AGED MIND Hardcover - 2010 - 1st Edition
by STRAUCH, BARBARA
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- Hardcover
A leading science writer examines how the brain's capacity reaches its peak in middle age
For many years, scientists thought that the human brain simply decayed over time and its dying cells led to memory slips, fuzzy logic, negative thinking, and even depression. But new research from neuroscienÿtists and psychologists suggests that, in fact, the brain reorganizes, improves in important functions, and even helps us adopt a more optimistic outlook in middle age. Growth of white matter and brain connectors allow us to recognize patterns faster, make better judgments, and find unique solutions to problems. Scientists call these traits cognitive expertise and they reach their highest levels in middle age.
In her impeccably researched book, science writer Barbara Strauch explores the latest findings that demonstrate, through the use of technology such as brain scans, that the middle-aged brain is more flexible and more capable than previously thought. For the first time, long-term studies show that our view of middle age has been misleading and incomplete. By detailing exactly the normal, healthy brain functions over time, Strauch also explains how its optimal processes can be maintained. Part scientific survey, part how-to guide, The Secret Life of the Grown-Up Brain is a fascinating glimpse at our surprisingly talented middle-aged minds.
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- Title SECRET LIFE OF THE GROWN-UP BRAIN THE SURPRISING TALENTS OF THE MIDDLE-AGED MIND
- Author STRAUCH, BARBARA
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition number 1st
- Edition 1
- Condition Used - Good
- Pages 229
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher VIKING
- Date 2010-04-15
- Bookseller's Inventory # 214494
- ISBN 9780670020713 / 0670020710
- Weight 0.82 lbs (0.37 kg)
- Dimensions 8.56 x 5.66 x 0.9 in (21.74 x 14.38 x 2.29 cm)
- Ages 18 to UP years
- Grade levels 13 - UP
- Library of Congress subjects Brain, Memory disorders
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2009030815
- Dewey Decimal Code 616.890
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Summary
For many years, scientists thought that the human brain simply decayed over time and its dying cells led to memory slips, fuzzy logic, negative thinking, and even depression. But new research from neuroscientists and psychologists suggests that, in fact, the brain reorganizes, improves in important functions, and even helps us adopt a more optimistic outlook in middle age. Growth of white matter and brain connectors allow us to recognize patterns faster, make better judgments, and find unique solutions to problems. Scientists call these traits cognitive expertise and they reach their highest levels in middle age.
In her impeccably researched book, science writer Barbara Strauch explores the latest findings that demonstrate, through the use of technology such as brain scans, that the middle-aged brain is more flexible and more capable than previously thought. For the first time, long-term studies show that our view of middle age has been misleading and incomplete. By detailing exactly the normal, healthy brain functions over time, Strauch also explains how its optimal processes can be maintained. Part scientific survey, part how-to guide, The Secret Life of the Grown-Up Brain is a fascinating glimpse at our surprisingly talented middle-aged minds.
