Life lessons from a brain surgeon : the new science and stories of the brain / Rahul Jandial.

  • Jandial, Rahul
Date:
2019
  • Books

About this work

Description

In a blend of beautiful storytelling and cutting-edge research, world-leading neuroscientist and neurosurgeon Dr Rahul Jandial uncovers the most extreme examples of brain damage, disorders and illnesses. He takes us to a brain bootcamp as he recollects extraordinary patient stories, sharing invaluable advice on maintaining brain health along the way. Life Lessons from a Brain Surgeon debunks the many myths around the science of the mind, such as sleep being a time of quiet for the brain. It is also a vital resource on the best ways to boost your memory, control stress and emotions, minimize pain, unleash your creativity, raise smart kids and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's.

Publication/Creation

[London] : Penguin Life, an imprint of Penguin Books, 2019.

Physical description

264 pages : black and white illustrations ; 22 cm

Contributors

Contents

Prologue -- An anatomy lesson like no other -- Beyond memory and IQ -- The seat of language -- Unleash creativity -- Smart drugs, stupid drugs -- Sleep on it -- Just breathe -- How to handle head injuries -- Food for thought -- How the brain heals itself -- The bionic brain -- Shock and tingle -- Stem cells and beyond -- The younger brain -- The older brain -- Epilogue.

Bibliographic information

Includes bibliographical references (pages 229-247) and index.

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Where to find it

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    History of Medicine
    PI.AI
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ISBN

  • 9780241338681
  • 0241338689
  • 9780241338698
  • 0241338697