Debra S. Austin (University of Denver)

The Legal Brain

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This book offers practical advice for legal professionals to optimize cognitive fitness and protect their brain from the damaging effects of chronic stress. Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience and psychology, it provides actionable information to help readers thrive amidst the demands and stressors of the legal profession.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Seitenzahl: 272
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Mai 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 402g
• ISBN-13: 9781009484565
• ISBN-10: 1009484567
• Artikelnr.: 69717006

Autorenporträt

Debra S. Austin is Professor of the Practice of Law at University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Dr Austin is a nationally recognized expert in lawyer well-being, with a focus on how to improve performance by enhancing brain health and mental strength.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction
1. The Impaired Lawyer
2. The Spectrum from Languishing to Flourishing
3. The Lawyering Culture
4. The Lawyer Brain
5. Memory, Knowledge, and Building Expertise
6. Motivation, Reward, and Developing Habits
7. The Impact of Stress
8. The Influence of Self-Medication
9. The Importance of Fuel
10. Optimizing Brain Health
11. Enhancing Mental Strength
12. Developing an Action Plan for the Neuro-Intelligent Lawyer
13. The Neuro-Intelligent Legal Organization
Conclusion
Endnotes
Bibliography
Index.