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Complete guide to brain health :

by Sweeney, Michael S.,
Published by : National Geographic Society, (Washington, DC :) Physical details: 351 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 26 cm ISBN:9781426212444; 1426212445. Year: 2013
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 338-339) and index.

Introduction: The nuns of Mankato -- About this book -- Part. 1. Welcome to your brain. Healthy brains mean long lives -- How brain cells work -- Form and function -- The evolving brain -- The maturing brain -- Part. 2. Pathways to brain health. Defining brain health -- Sensing the world -- Balance and coordination -- Words and language -- Paying attention -- The art of remembering -- Mood and creativity -- Being the boss of your brain -- Whole brain health -- Part. 3. The brain of the future. Better brains through chemistry -- The electric brain -- Visions of brains to come.

This book "not only explains the workings of your body's more complex organ, but also gives you a daily plan for keeping it sharp ... In addition, illustrated "Brain Booster" sidebars created by brain fitness expert Dr. Cynthia Green will give you dozens of easy and practical techniques and tips for boosting your memory"--Page [8].

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