Brain (Hardcover)
Language: English
Published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd, London, 2025
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Hardcover. An information-packed guide to optimising your brain health today and for the future Become body literate with Brain: An Owner's Guide, the next book in The Body Literacy Library, an enlightening series that will democratise health for a new generation of readers. Brain: An Owner's Guide is an informative and practical guide to all aspects of brain health, from maximising your mental wellbeing today to protecting your brain against future serious health issues. Leading neuroscientist Eli Ricker explains how the brain works, how you can look after and protect your brain, and explains what you can do to improve your memory and concentration at any age. Ricker also looks at what constitutes mental "wellbeing", and the science behind a positive mindset, resilience, concentration and memory, as well as low mood, depression and brain fog. Dementia and other brain disorders are a huge concern for many and Ricker looks at how these occur, the latest medical research, and what you can do to protect your brain for life. From the importance of sleep and stress management to why dementia is a feminist issue, this hard-working book applies science to the everyday, with simple illustrations, checklists, FAQs, and myth busters, all supported by the latest medical research. Brain: An Owner's Guide can help you to better understand your mind and aims to enhance your long-term quality of life. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- Brain (Hardcover)
- Author
- Elizabeth R. Ricker
- Publisher
- Dorling Kindersley Ltd, London
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0241655528
- ISBN 13
- 9780241655528
- Series
- Book 4 of 5: The Body Literacy Library
“An informative and practical guide to all aspects of brain health – A Must Read.” – Next Big Idea Club
“Ricker encourages readers to explore freely and follow their curiosity. A blend of science and self-care that dips into topics of contemporary interest” – Maggie Knapp, Library Journal
“Extremely educational, easy to read and understand” – Reader review
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Maximize your mental wellbeing and better understand your brain with this compact go-to guide.
The brain is the most complex organ in our bodies. Learn all about its structure, how it functions, and the steps you can take to help it thrive in this fascinating owner’s guide, written by leading neuroscientist Elizabeth R. Ricker.
Delve into the science behind the workings of your brain, including what makes a healthy brain, how it changes as you age, and the challenges that many of us experience related to brain health.
This essential manual offers:
- A 10-step questionnaire: Evaluate your brain health in minutes
- Brain-training strategies: Enhance your memory, creativity, and decision-making
- Self-care advice: Manage problems like headaches, brain fog, and low mood
- Information on neurodiversity: Learn about conditions including ADHD and autism
- Must-know research: Discover how factors like stress and sleep affect your brain
Science-backed, comprehensive, and full of detailed theory, this is perfect for anyone fascinated by neuroscience and a must-read if you’re looking to boost and future-proof your brain health.
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The Body Literacy Library has sold tens of thousands of copies worldwide. Complete your collection with:
Breasts: An Owner’s Guide
Gut: An Owner’s Guide
Heart: An Owner’s Guide
Skin: An Owner’s Guide
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Elizabeth R. Ricker is an MIT- and Harvard-trained brain researcher who runs two neuroscience-focused organizations: Ricker Labs and Neuroeducate. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Psychology Today, The Hindu (India), Stylist (UK), Red (UK), and public broadcast TV in Europe.
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