Cognitive Problems

From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot, from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory, Algorithms to Live By transforms the wisdom of computer science into strategies for human living.

Complex problem solving is at the very top of the list of essential skills for career progression in the modern world. But how problem solving is taught in our schools, universities, businesses, and organizations comes up short. In Bulletproof Problem Solving: The One Skill That Changes Everything, you'll learn the seven-step systematic approach to creative problem solving developed in top consulting firms that will work in any field or industry, turning you into a highly sought-after, bulletproof problem solver who can tackle challenges at which others balk.

Do you often find yourself grappling with complex decisions, feeling overwhelmed by the barrage of information in today's world? Are you at a loss when faced with debates, unsure how to dissect arguments or counter misinformation? Perhaps you've realized that in your professional or personal life, clear and critical thinking is not just an asset, but a necessity. Today the ability to dissect, analyze, and reason effectively has never been more crucial. Yet, for many, these skills remain just out of reach. This audiobook offers a straightforward advice and practical tips.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Change can begin right now. Learn to bring about dynamic personal growth using five uniquely effective tools—from psychotherapist Barry Michels and psychiatrist Phil Stutz, subject of the Netflix documentary Stutz. “These tools are emotional game changers. They...

Each day, hundreds of people suffer from a stroke. It can happen anywhere, at any time. Knowing how to recover after a stroke and taking proactive steps to rehabilitate is the best way to ensure successful healing. This life-changing condition can leave survivors and family members overwhelmed, questioning what the future holds. Thankfully, the brain's amazing neuroplasticity allows for a remarkable recovery in those dedicated to rehabilitation. Recovery After a Stroke takes readers on a journey through the rehabilitation process, exploring the world of neuroplasticity, all in one ...

FACT: You have about 40,000 negative thoughts every day. And your child does too. We can’t make negative thoughts go away completely. But we can learn healthy ways to cope with them. And most importantly, we can take away their power to determine our mood and behavior. Using kid-friendly text, interactive cartoons, and engaging journal exercises, your child will learn priceless life skills. Now Available! How To Get Unstuck From The Negative Muck Kid’s Journal

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Love Is Never Enough explores the most common problems in marriage: the power of negative thinking, disillusionment, rigid rules and expectations, and miscommunication. These issues can be approached through cognitive therapy, in which thinking through and reasoning are used to counteract the poor communication that so often erodes relationships. With eloquence and accessibility, Aaron T. Beck, MD, shows how effective communication can restore and strengthen the ties and bonds between couples.

Discover why understanding your procrastination has never helped you overcome it—and what actually works instead. You know exactly what you're doing wrong. You understand that scrolling social media instead of working will increase your stress tomorrow. You're fully aware that avoiding that important email undermines your professional reputation. You can predict your own procrastination patterns with scientific accuracy—yet you keep doing it anyway. Welcome to the procrastination paradox: the bewildering gap between knowing better and doing better that affects 25% of adults chronically ...

ADHD diagnoses are exploding Do you know why? Worldwide, the disorder affects roughly 5-7% of kids under the age of 18. In the United States, that number is north of 11%. As the disorder continues to plague children at every level, the questions grow louder. What is causing this? Are the diagnoses too prevalent? Is there a significant upswing in misdiagnoses and dual diagnoses? Are modern societies over-medicating learning disabilities? And most importantly, with our incredible advances in neuropsychology and naturopathy, what are we going to do about it? Natural Treatment. Effective ...

Do you have a problem that you can’t see your way around, no matter how hard you try? You may be looking for the answer outside when the obstacles lie within. We’re all biased. You may have read the above and already your mind is raising its defenses. No...not me. I haven’t got a biased bone in my body. The fact is: You do. So does everyone around you. Cognitive Biases in a Nutshell will help you to identify and correct the cognitive biases you fall prey to in your everyday life.

A "fascinating book" that will revolutionize our understanding of the brain and the future of AI (Financial Times) For all of neuroscience's advances, we've made little progress on its biggest question: How do simple cells in the brain create intelligence? Jeff Hawkins and his team discovered...

Unlock the secrets of effective problem-solving with "The Problem-Solving Code"! This groundbreaking eBook delves into the complexities of human cognition, offering a comprehensive guide to enhancing your problem-solving skills. Discover how your brain approaches problems and the essential role creativity plays in devising innovative solutions. Explore the impact of cognitive biases on your decision-making process and learn practical strategies to overcome these mental shortcuts. Gain insights from cutting-edge neuroscience, understanding how neuroplasticity and neural networks can be ...

Seeing the Whole: Understanding Gestalt Theory and Its Lasting Impact explores one of psychology’s most influential schools of thought and its continuing relevance in today’s world. Gestalt Theory revolutionized the way we understand perception, learning, creativity, and design by introducing a simple but profound idea: the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. This engaging and comprehensive book traces the origins of Gestalt psychology, introduces its core principles of perception, and examines its lasting contributions to fields as diverse as education, therapy, problem solving...

You ask your AI for a "quick" answer. You tell your phone to "remind you." You follow the GPS dot. With each click, you are making an invisible trade: convenience for cognition. You are accumulating Cognitive Debt. This book is not a luddite's manifesto—it is an evidence-based diagnosis of a problem we all feel. We are trading our ability to think, remember, and create in exchange for the seamless, friction-free "help" of our machines. The cost? A measurable decline in our most essential human faculties. Drawing on stunning new research from MIT, Harvard, and leading neuroscience labs, ...

One of the foremost ADHD experts tackles adult cases in the aging generation and offers a practical, helpful guide for those with and without a diagnosis Do you… Forget to pay bills Live in a disorganized environment Struggle with depression and anxiety Procrastinate on projects, even ones...

Logic, Reasoning, and the Growing Mind: Jean Piaget’s Insights Into How Children Think and Solve Problems is a comprehensive and accessible guide to one of the most influential theories in developmental psychology. This book explores the major cognitive processes that shape how children learn to reason, organize information, solve problems, and understand the world. Through clear explanations and practical insights, it presents Piaget’s central ideas in a way that is useful for parents, teachers, students of psychology, and anyone interested in how thinking develops across childhood. ...

Tired of making decisions that seem to only work against you? It starts with understanding your brain and the decision-making process. Cognitive biases and heuristics have developed over thousands of years of evolution and can lead to serious damages in multiple areas of life if you don’t recognize them and stop them dead in their tracks. How Our Brains Betray Us has everything you need to know with examples, tools, and strategies to identify the most powerful cognitive biases that impair all types of decisions, how to avoid them and also use them to your advantage.

In this eye-opening book, Elira Fontayne explores the ten most common cognitive biases that shape your thinking and subtly steer your decisions. These hidden forces influence how you spend money, who you trust, what risks you take, and even how you see yourself. By the time you finish, you’ll never look at your own mind in quite the same way again.

Are you ready to discover the untapped potential of your mind? 'Neuro-Enhancement Secrets: Convert Your Brain's Potential' is your guide to unlocking the capabilities hidden within your brain. This book is crafted for self-help seekers eager to enhance their intelligence, creativity, and problem-solving skills. In this educational guide, you'll explore: - **Stress Reduction Techniques**: Learn how music and meditation can clear your mind and reduce stress. - **Memory Retention Strategies**: Discover methods to access and harness your memories for improved cognitive function. - **Brain ...