See how the brain works while using it in the process of reading this book! Most of us have no idea what's really going on inside our heads. Yet brain scientists have uncovered details every business leader, parent, and teacher should know - like that physical activity boosts your brain power.How do we learn? What exactly do sleep and stress do to our brains? Why is multi-tasking a myth? Why is it so easy to forget - and so important to repeat new information? Is it true that men and women have different brains?In "Brain Rules", Dr. John Medina, a molecular biologist, shares his lifelong interest in how the brain sciences might influence the way we teach our children and the way we work. In each chapter, he describes a brain rule - what scientists know for sure about how our brains work - and then offers transformative ideas for our daily lives.Medina's fascinating stories and sense of humour breathe life into brain science. You'll learn why Michael Jordan was no good at baseball. You'll peer over a surgeon's shoulder as he proves that we have a Jennifer Aniston neuron. You'll meet a boy who has an amazing memory for music but can't tie his own shoes.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Uses His Own Research In His Book Writing:
The author uses a lot of narratives and has them spaced to keep my attention. A few actually seem gratuitous because I didn't exactly see their point - yet, even though I recognized this fact, I was struck that the narratives still have the intended effect of giving my brain regular mode shifts that help retain my interest.
The Brain Rules!!!:
As a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst who does a lot of teaching in different venues I read this book with great interest. It is written in a very entertaining style that is itself an example of several of the "rules" articulated in the book. For those looking to delve deeply into the subjects presented, the book will not provide what you are seeking. Fortunately the author, John Medina, provides a link to his own blog where additional depth can be found. For those who want to see the current state... more info
Excellent, intriguing viewpoint:
This is the rare non-fiction book that is able to really keep your attention. I found the chapters on learning particularly fascinating, but the entire book is worth a detailed read. The sections on health & exercise are also really interesting.
Awesome- loved it!:
Fascinating research. Great insights to put into use right away. May seem a little "out of the box" for most corporate types, but most great ideas are...
