The secret life of the grown-up brain the surprising talent of the middle-aged mind

Large Print 2010

As the bulge of the baby boom reaches middle age and beyond, we are worried about getting old and getting sick. And we are really worried about losing our minds. But while we may not be able to find our keys, our brains still have dazzling talents. In The Secret Life of the Grown-up Brain, you'll meet neuroscientists and psychologists who are proving how we have badly underestimated the middle-aged brain.

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Brain

Memory disorders

Middle-aged persons Mental health

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ISBN:

9781410429957
1410429954

Edition:

Large print edition

Description:

381 pages ; 23 cm
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Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 339-375)

Contents:

The changing landscape of middle age
The powers that be
Am I losing my mind? Sometimes, but the gains beat the losses
The best brains of our lives : a bit slower, but so much better
A brighter place : I'm so glad I'm not young anymore
Experience, judgment, wisdom : do we really know what we're talking about?
The middle in motion : the midlife crisis conspiracy
The inner workings
What changes with time : glitches the brain learns to deal with
Two brains are better than one : especially inside one head
Extra brainpower : a reservoir to tape when needed
Healthier brains
Keeping moving and keep your wits : exercise builds brains
Food for thought : and a few other substances as well
The brain gym : toning up your circuits
A new place for better, longer lives

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2010019726

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734996

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