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The Brain That Changes Itself

Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science

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The Brain That Changes Itself

Written by: Norman Doidge M.D.
Narrated by: Jim Bond
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 An astonishing new science called neuroplasticity is overthrowing the centuries-old notion that the human brain is immutable. Psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, Norman Doidge, M.D., traveled the country to meet both the brilliant scientists championing neuroplasticity and the people whose lives they’ve transformed—people whose mental limitations or brain damage were seen as unalterable. We see a woman born with half a brain that rewired itself to work as a whole, blind people who learn to see, learning disorders cured, IQs raised, aging brains rejuvenated, stroke patients learning to speak, children with cerebral palsy learning to move with more grace, depression and anxiety disorders successfully treated, and lifelong character traits changed. Using these marvelous stories to probe mysteries of the body, emotion, love, sex, culture, and education, Dr. Doidge has written an immensely moving, inspiring book that will permanently alter the way we look at our brains, human nature, and human potential. Biological Sciences Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Science Mental Health Human Brain Health Emotions Brain Science
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This book answers so many questions about the why and how we use our brain for constructive and destructive activities. I propose without the knowledge of brain plasticity people sell themselves a bill of goods based on past experience. The exciting idea that you can alter your basic conception of experience is thrilling. We can put away the idea that no matter how hard I try I cannot change, yes you can just use your brain!

The Human Brain

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Fascinating and highly motivating in my opinion. The quest for learning and pushing our minds to think deeper can only benefit us and contribute to a fuller life. Excellent read.

Food for though

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Some of the exposure therapy bits in here bothered me. And the way autism is discussed/described but a good book.

old news by now but good

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This book is a good balance between the liveliness of the stories and the actual information being provided. A lot of the information can be used to act upon, or at least, continue researching from it. Accessible for most people.

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This is an amazing unbiassed explanation of human cognition, ability, behavior, adaptability, vice, and so much more. It’s both inspiring, because it offers hope to people who might feel that they are subject to their fate, but functions as a reality check. It contains a lot of eye-opening insights on the individual and cultures at large. Highly recommend.

Fantastic book for anyone who wants to understand humanity and themselves

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