Barbara J Sahakian, Christelle Langley

Brain Boost

Healthy Habits for a Happier Life

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Produktbeschreibung

"This book is for anyone seeking a happier, healthier life. Learn how lifestyle factors, including exercise, diet, and kindness impact your physical and mental health, and wellbeing. Discover practical tips to enhance brain health and cognition. Embrace simple strategies to boost your brain for a more fulfilling, vibrant life"--

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Seitenzahl: 176
• Erscheinungstermin: 31. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781009548434
• ISBN-10: 1009548433
• Artikelnr.: 71300223

Autorenporträt

Dr Barbara J. Sahakian is Professor of Clinical Neuropsychology in the Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge and a Fellow of Clare Hall. Professor Sahakian was born in Boston, Massachusetts, USA and was a Postdoctoral Researcher at MIT before becoming an Associate Professor at the Department of Neurology at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. She is a Fellow of the British Academy and the Academy of Medical Sciences and is one of the top female scientists in the world. She is the recipient of The Conversation's Sir Paul Curran Award for 2023, and has written popular science books. Professor Sahakian is frequently interviewed on radio, newspapers and TV, including Netflix.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction
1. The importance of exercise
2. Eating for health and wellbeing
3. Why do we need sleep
4. Why is social interaction so important?
5. Social kindness and helping others: giving and volunteering
6. Mindfulness and enjoying the moment
7. Keeping your brain fit through learning
8. Don'ts: what not to do
9. Experience the benefits of work
10. Now it's your time to boost your brain.