Memory Attention

A stunning, revelatory memoir about a 330-mile walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City—an unforgettable pilgrimage to the heart of America across some of our oldest common ground. Neil King Jr.’s desire to walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City began as a whim and soon became an...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Our ability to pay attention is collapsing. From the author of Chasing the Scream and Lost Connections comes a groundbreaking examination of why this is happening—and how to get our attention back. “The book the world needs in order to win the war on distraction...

What if remembering names, facts, and important information didn’t depend on natural talent, but on a set of simple skills you could learn and practise? This book shows you that memory is not a gift you are either born with or without. If you are tired of forgetting names, losing important details, or struggling to retain what you read, this book will help you build a sharper, more reliable memory with practical techniques you can start using straight away. Inside this book, you’ll discover how to: Understand how memory works and use that knowledge to remember more with less frustration...

Including real life stories, this newly revised third edition of the award-winning bestseller—voted one of the top twenty parenting books—provides parents with the most up-to-date research, effective discipline tips, and practical strategies for raising spirited children. Do you ever wonder...

New York Times bestselling author and neuroscientist Daniel J. Levitin shifts his keen insights from your brain on music to your brain in a sea of details. The information age is drowning us with an unprecedented deluge of data. At the same time, we’re expected to make more—and...

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 ...

You know what needs to be done. So why is it so hard to get started? You sit down to answer one email. An hour later, you've reorganized your desk, checked your phone three times, and the email is still waiting. If you've ever struggled with procrastination, overwhelm, forgotten commitments, unfinished projects, or the exhausting feeling of knowing exactly what to do but somehow not being able to do it, you're not lazy—and you're not alone. The Executive Function Reset offers a practical, evidence-informed approach to understanding why everyday tasks can feel so difficult and how to build...

You can have a convincing explanation for a decision and still miss what influenced it. The Psychology of Everyday Life explores 100 standalone psychology facts across five themed parts. It follows the research into ordinary situations, from a purchase you are weighing up to a conversation you are still trying to understand. No psychology background is required. Inside, you will explore: The first number you hear. An initial figure can pull an estimate toward it, even when the figure has nothing to do with the question. The moment a goal becomes an action. Discover why a new date can make ...

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Project discovers a surprising path to a life of more energy, creativity, luck, and love: by tuning in to the five senses. “An inspiring and practical guide to living in the moment.”—Susan Cain, #1 New York Times bestselling author...

From the ten-time New York Times bestselling author of Ultrametabolism, The Blood Sugar Solution, and Eat Fat, Get Thin comes The UltraMind Solution. —Do you find it next to impossible to focus or concentrate? —Have you ever experienced instant clarity after exercise? Alertness after...

Does every morning feel like a battle you didn't sign up for? You remind. You repeat. You watch your bright, capable child forget the same things day after day — the homework folder, the jacket, the permission slip you signed three times. You've tried charts, consequences, pep talks, and patience you didn't know you had. Nothing sticks. And in the quiet moments, a worry creeps in: Is something wrong with my child? Am I doing this wrong? You're not. And neither are they. The daily chaos isn't a parenting failure or a character flaw. It's a brain development gap — and it has a name. ...

In the Harry Potter novels, magic is never only a matter of saying the correct words. A spell may fail even when the incantation is known. A memory may strengthen one act and destroy another. Fear can shape what appears. Desire can make an image irresistible. Another mind can invade, manipulate, or command. A person may remain fully conscious while losing control of what the body does. The Magic of the Mind in Harry Potter explores this hidden mental architecture. Rather than treating attention, memory, emotion, intention, and perception as background features of the story, Laing Z. ...

Filled with actionable strategies proven to improve focus, increase productivity, and promote well-being, Brain Hacks will help you transform the way you work, live, and feel by tapping into the power of your executive functioning skills. Modern life requires a lot of our brains. We need to stay organized, manage our time wisely, and make important decisions. These essential skills - known as executive functioning - affect every aspect of our lives, from how we function at work and home to how we manage stress.

Are you tired of forgetting names, losing track of details, or struggling to stay focused in today’s fast-paced world? Memory Mastery: Proven Strategies and Techniques to Improve Focus, Recall, and Brain Power is your complete guide to strengthening your memory, boosting concentration, and unlocking the full potential of your brain. Whether you are a student preparing for exams, a professional balancing endless tasks, or someone who simply wants to stay sharp as you age, this book provides practical, science-backed strategies to help you remember more and stress less. Inside, you will ...

What if the world became so good at helping you that it slowly made you less able to help yourself? The Last Useful Mistake is a provocative work of psychology and cultural criticism about what you risk losing when each obstacle is removed, every choice is predicted and every error is corrected before it can teach you anything. You live among tools designed to make life faster, safer and easier. They remember what you forget. They show you where to go. They suggest what to write, what to watch, what to buy and even what to think next. Their benefits are real. Yet convenience always leaves a...

The Key to Study Skills is a guide for simple strategies to Double Your Reading, Memory, and Focus. Written by the creators of the #1 bestselling course "Become a superlearner" and a book with the same name, the book includes everything you need to read 1000 words per minute and remember almost everything you read. At this speed would let you read Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in just 77 minutes. The Bible would still take 13 hours... In today’s information-driven society, effective learning is the key to a successful career and a happy life. As the demands on our learning ...

No one can avoid gray hair and wrinkles, but what about preventing the brain from aging? Dr. Eric Braverman, "America's Brain Doctor" and best-selling author has created a simple, science-based plan that can help prevent the worst mental side effects of aging: memory loss, cognitive decline, and mood changes.

Your brain is constantly adapting to the life you live. What patterns are you giving it to work with? Cognitive health is about far more than remembering names, doing puzzles, or trying to keep your memory “sharp.” Your ability to pay attention, learn, solve problems, communicate, adapt, and remain engaged with the world around you all contribute to how well your thinking supports everyday life. In Cognition Signals, Robert Kale takes a practical, evidence-aware look at the everyday experiences and conditions that shape cognitive life across the years. Rather than offering a brain-...

The groundbreaking science of how and why we talk, and how this ability impacts every area of our lives Humans are the only species that can transform internal ideas into talk, whether through speech, writing, or sign language. But why do we have this almost magical, special talent? It turns out...

Acclaimed journalist Cathryn Jakobson Ramin takes readers on a lively journey to explain what happens to memory and attention in middle age. Anyone older than forty knows that forgetfulness can be unnerving, frustrating, and sometimes terrifying. With compassion and humor, Jakobson Ramin sets...