Cognitive Brain

For many, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has proved to be a tipping point, a treatment through which they are finally able to make significant changes and break free of anxiety and depression. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in 7 Weeks is an interactive audio workbook that outlines a simple, practical plan that occurs over the course of seven weeks, and offers real, tangible relief from anxiety and depression. This is a cumulative workbook that creates a lasting CBT tool kit that will prepare you to handle future challenges as they come

The Sound That Brings Your Brain Back Into Rhythm PLEASE NOTE: Use headphones for the intended effect. ⸻ Backed by Emerging Neuroscience Recent research from leading institutions—including the Picower Institute for Learning and Memory at MIT (Prof.

Why do some lessons spark instant understanding while others leave learners overwhelmed and confused? Teachers explain carefully. Students read the material. Trainers deliver detailed presentations. Yet the knowledge refuses to stick. The reason is rarely intelligence or effort. The real culprit is something far less obvious: cognitive overload. The human mind is not built to absorb unlimited information at once. Working memory has strict limits. When instruction ignores those limits, learning slows, frustration rises, and even the most motivated students struggle to make sense of what they...

You will spend roughly one-third of your life asleep - and you have almost certainly never been taught why, or what happens when it goes wrong. Sleep: The Psychology of Rest takes readers inside the science and psychology of sleep: the circadian clock that governs when you feel alert or exhausted, the REM cycles that process your emotions overnight, and the cognitive patterns that turn a few bad nights into chronic insomnia. Written for students and curious readers alike, it explains not just what the research says, but why it matters and what to do with it. Across thirteen chapters, ...

“Narrator Robert Petkoff strikes a perfect balance between an authoritative tone and a warm and friendly approach.”—AudioFile From the bestselling author of The End of Alzheimer’s, Dr. Dale Bredesen, comes a revolutionary new approach to preventing the onset of neurodegenerative disease...

NPR SciFri Book Club Pick Next Big Idea Club's ""Top 21 Psychology Books of 2022"" Behavioral Scientist Notable Books of 2022 A renowned grief expert and neuroscientist shares groundbreaking discoveries about what happens in our brain when we grieve, providing a new paradigm for understanding...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The author of The Comfort Crisis asks: Are we hardwired to crave more? From food and stuff to information and influence, why can’t we ever get enough? “Reveals the biological and evolutionary foundations behind your brain’s fixations, so you can stop seeking...

A groundbreaking exploration of the neuroscience of spirituality and a bold new paradigm for health, healing, and resilience—from a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning researcher “A new revolution of health and well-being and a testament to, and celebration of, the power...

From the renowned neuroscientist and New York Times bestselling author of Incognito comes the companion volume to the international PBS series about how your life shapes your brain, and how your brain shapes your life. "An ideal introduction to how biology generates the mind.... Clear...

A groundbreaking plan to prevent and reverse Alzheimer’s Disease that fundamentally changes how we understand cognitive decline. Everyone knows someone who has survived cancer, but until now no one knows anyone who has survived Alzheimer's Disease. In this paradigm shifting book, Dale Bredesen...

Get a grip. The first time he cut open a patient's skull, neurosurgeon Mark McLaughlin found himself confronting a powerful force that his fellow brain surgeons agreed was best never spoken of. Fear. But Dr. McLaughlin knew that if he couldn't find a way to cope with this formidable foe, all he had striven for as a physician would be lost. So, with a scientist's analytical precision and a philosopher's worldview, McLaughlin derived and formalized a method by which he could act rationally and confidently under the operating room's lights and in all of the relationships in his life.

The Instant New York Times Bestseller One of Barack Obama's Favorite Books of the Summer "Pollan’s real genius—the word is not too strong—remains intact. That is his uncanny ability to scent the direction in which the culture is headed. He did it with food and psychedelics, and now...

The 5 Stages of Alzheimer’s: Navigate the Complexities of Caregiving, Foster Genuine Connections with Physical and Emotional Support Amidst Memory and Behavioral ChallengesAre you or someone you love facing the challenges of Alzheimer's disease? Do you feel overwhelmed and unsure how to navigate the difficult journey ahead? Look no further - The 5 Stages of Alzheimer’s is here to guide you every step of the way. This comprehensive and compassionate guide delves into the five stages of Alzheimer's, providing a deep understanding of what to expect as the disease progresses. From the ...

New York Times bestseller! From renowned mental health expert and speaker Dr. Gabor Maté, Scattered Minds explodes the myth of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) as genetically based—and offers real hope and advice for children and adults who live with the condition. In this breakthrough...

An astonishing new science called neuroplasticity is overthrowing the centuries-old notion that the human brain is immutable. Psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, Norman Doidge, M.D., traveled the country to meet both the brilliant scientists championing neuroplasticity and the people whose lives...

Unlock the extraordinary potential of your mind with "Neuroplasticity: Sculpting the Mind's Destiny." This groundbreaking book reveals the astonishing ability of your brain to adapt, change, and grow throughout your entire life. Prepare to be captivated by cutting-edge research and inspiring real-life stories that showcase the transformative power of neuroplasticity. From overcoming devastating injuries to enhancing creativity and cognitive abilities, you'll discover how this remarkable phenomenon can revolutionize every aspect of your life. Dive deep into the science behind neural ...

From the creator of the MIND diet, the authoritative guide to eating for a healthy brain and optimal cognitive function. Several factors play into whether you will suffer from cognitive decline and develop Alzheimer's disease—lifestyle, health conditions, environment, and genetics, for example...

Do you wish you could flip a switch and shut off the negative thoughts? Do you want to eliminate the triggers causing anxiety, panic attacks, and your phobias? Are you looking to reform your thought process, so depression does not hold you back in life? Listen to find out more. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the psychotherapeutic treatment of choice recommended by leading experts around the globe. It’s a modern solution-focused therapy in which you challenge negative self-thoughts to change useless behavioral patterns and bad habits into positive outcomes.

Are you noticing changes in your memory, focus, or mental energy—or simply want to stay sharp as you age? Modern neuroscience shows that brain decline isn’t inevitable. The brain can grow stronger, faster, and more resilient at any stage of life—if you know how to support it. Keep Your Mind Sharp is a practical, science-based guide to protecting and strengthening your brain through simple daily choices. Drawing on decades of cognitive and aging research, it reveals how the right habits—physical, mental, and emotional—can slow decline, improve memory, and reduce the risk of ...

Human beings are primates, and primates are political animals. Our brains, therefore, are designed not just to hunt and gather but also to help us get ahead socially, often via deception and self-deception. But while we may be self-interested schemers, we benefit by pretending otherwise. The less we know about our own ugly motives, the better - and thus, we don't like to talk, or even think, about the extent of our selfishness. This is "the elephant in the brain".