The New Brain
Subtitle: How the Modern Age Is Rewiring Your Mind
Publisher: Rodale Books
Published: August 23, 2003
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 228
ISBN-13: 9781579545017
Subjects: Psychology; Neuropsychology; Life Sciences - Human Anatomy & Physiology; Psychology & Psychiatry / Social Psychology; General; Brain; Neurosciences; Popular works
First sentence: One pivotal concept underlies our understanding of the new brain: plasticity.
Description: "The New Brain is the story of technology and biology converging to influence the evolution of the human brain. Dramatic advances are now possible, as well as the potential for misuse and abuse." "Dr. Restak, author of more than 15 books on the brain, leads you through the latest research and the expanding field of cognitive science, explains its implications, and even offers practical advice such as how for: understand and mitigate the affects of media images and technology on our thoughts and emotions; estimate the effects of stress on our brain function and how to predict who is at greatest risk for harm; and develop the habits that result in peak brain performance."--Jacket.