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The secret life of the grown-up brain : the surprising talents of the middle-aged mind / Barbara Strauch.

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: New York : Viking, 2010.Description: xxv, 229 p. ; 22 cmISBN:
  • 9780670020713
  • 0670020710
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 616.890084
LOC classification:
  • RA 790 S912s 2010
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Contents:
pt. 1. The powers that be. Am I losing my mind? -- The best brains of our lives -- A brighter place -- Experience, judgment, wisdom -- The middle in motion -- pt. 2. The inner workings. What changes with time -- Two brains are better than one -- Extra brainpower -- pt. 3. Healthier brains. Keep moving and keep your wits -- Food for thought -- The brain gym -- A new place for better, longer lives.
Summary: 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. By detailing exactly the normal, healthy brain functions over time, Strauch also explains how its optimal processes can be maintained.
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Item type Current library Home library Collection Shelving location Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Libro Libro Biblioteca Juan Bosch Biblioteca Juan Bosch Salud Anillo 2do. Piso RA 790 S912s 2010 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 00000092923

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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. By detailing exactly the normal, healthy brain functions over time, Strauch also explains how its optimal processes can be maintained.

pt. 1. The powers that be. Am I losing my mind? -- The best brains of our lives -- A brighter place -- Experience, judgment, wisdom -- The middle in motion -- pt. 2. The inner workings. What changes with time -- Two brains are better than one -- Extra brainpower -- pt. 3. Healthier brains. Keep moving and keep your wits -- Food for thought -- The brain gym -- A new place for better, longer lives.

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