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The Brain That Changes Itself

Stories of Personal Triumph From the Frontiers of Brain Science
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Jun 14, 2021arewin rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I really liked this book. The book describes the theories of how our brain works, from ancient time to the present. The book isn't technical so it is easy to follow. The author uses examples of some extreme cases to demonstrate how the…
Feb 23, 2021KnitOrRead rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Good read. Explains how habits and phobias are formed by creating new neuron passages. Talks a great deal on stroke recovery approaches. Our brains are a fascinating moving puzzle.
Jan 10, 2019gumboot_tea rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Brain plasticity. The layperson's best read. This book is in my top 10 non fiction books of all time for readability.
Jan 21, 2016
Purchased a used copy. Reading as a follow up to his 2nd book to better understand from a self-help standpoint.
Aug 30, 2015
Good Book; Enjoyed it. Neuroplasticity is real.
Feb 01, 2015WVMLStaffPicks rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Reassuring and hopeful, this book shows us that our brain is not a machine; it can heal itself, rewire itself, and with practice we can achieve results that had been thought impossible only a few years ago. Neuroplasticity is the promising…
Oct 10, 2014KCLSRecommends rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
The brain really CAN change: It is a plastic, living organ that can actually change its own structure and function, even into old age. This revolutionary discovery, called neuroplasticity, promises to overthrow the centuries-old notion…
Nov 22, 2013LaPhenixa rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
A fascinating, albeit some what repetitive look at how the human mind works and changes.
Oct 29, 2013Coty William Thompson rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Interesting introduction to a topic that is still considered fringy by some. Turns some long cherished beliefs about the limits of neural development and recovery after illness or injury on their head. New neurons do indeed form, though…
Sep 29, 2013chickadee47 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Well-written and fascinating. My favorite combination :)
Feb 12, 2013
I find this book incredibly inspiring. Doidge is engaging, interesting, and very human - the subject matter may be scientific, but this is definitely not a dry read. In each chapter, Doidge weaves a story that colorfully illustrates…
Aug 24, 2012browncnd99 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Accessible book on brain plasticity; interesting stories. Some of the animal testing is disturbing but the information gained was fascinating. Fed my need for science-nerd content! I have some limited experience with FastForWord so I do…
May 26, 2012slottino rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Be prepared to read about animal testing.
Apr 14, 2012kgillo rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Interesting.
Apr 05, 2012
Hurray for neuroplasticity! This book is a fascinating read and changed how i view reality
CSchmidt1
Feb 22, 2012CSchmidt1 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A well written book chronicling the work of a variety of researchers, therapists, and individuals to uncover the many ways our brains learn, grow, and adapt. The book features various individuals and how they benefited from diverse…
peter_pekala
Jan 05, 2012peter_pekala rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Excellent book! Every person of any age or education level would pick this book off the shelf to embrace learning about his/her own brain. Of course there is some science, but overall the book is simple, written to be understood by YOU.…
pt_quinlan
Dec 12, 2010
up to p112 (returned 13/12/2010)
Sep 19, 20101susieq rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating new research. It's never too late to begin training your brain!
Nov 04, 2009dotdotdot rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
The implications of this book are staggering. The research, the basis of this book, is presented using stories which personalize the facts and create interest. Reference material is used from Galileo, Descartes, Freud and many other great…
Oct 20, 200821288004246712 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
too much science, but interesting
Aug 01, 2008lindeeana rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Well written and clear, so far.