The Brain That Changes Itself
Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science
What's it about
Ever felt stuck in your ways, believing your brain's wiring is fixed for life? Discover the revolutionary science of neuroplasticity and learn how you can literally rewire your own brain to overcome challenges, break bad habits, and unlock your true potential at any age. This summary unpacks the groundbreaking idea that your brain isn't a static organ. You'll explore incredible true stories of personal transformation and learn practical insights from leading neuroscientists. Find out how simple, targeted activities can help you heal, learn faster, and fundamentally change your mind for the better.
Meet the author
Norman Doidge, M.D., is a psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and faculty member at the University of Toronto's Department of Psychiatry and Columbia University's Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. His extensive clinical and academic background provided him a unique vantage point from which to observe the revolutionary discovery of neuroplasticity. Doidge traveled the world to meet the pioneering scientists and the patients whose lives were transformed, translating complex brain science into the inspiring human stories that define his groundbreaking work.
What's it about
Ever felt stuck in your ways, believing your brain's wiring is fixed for life? Discover the revolutionary science of neuroplasticity and learn how you can literally rewire your own brain to overcome challenges, break bad habits, and unlock your true potential at any age. This summary unpacks the groundbreaking idea that your brain isn't a static organ. You'll explore incredible true stories of personal transformation and learn practical insights from leading neuroscientists. Find out how simple, targeted activities can help you heal, learn faster, and fundamentally change your mind for the better.
Meet the author
Norman Doidge, M.D., is a psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and faculty member at the University of Toronto's Department of Psychiatry and Columbia University's Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. His extensive clinical and academic background provided him a unique vantage point from which to observe the revolutionary discovery of neuroplasticity. Doidge traveled the world to meet the pioneering scientists and the patients whose lives were transformed, translating complex brain science into the inspiring human stories that define his groundbreaking work.
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