In this classic guide, with a fresh new cover look, the authors help readers improve their memory, covering topics such as reading with greater speed and understanding, filing away important information in one's memory bank, learning foreign words and phrases, and remembering anniversaries and other important dates.
Millions have benefited from memory expert Kevin Trudeau's Mega Memory system--an innovative program designed to stimulate the brain's photographic memory and increase one's powers of recall. Each home-study lesson takes no more than 30 minutes a day, and with this simple system, readers will instantly remember names, phone numbers, financial data ...
This selection of neurobic exercises aims to help everyone whose memory is slipping with a regimen of mental cross-training that can be done anywhere, by anyone at any time. The premise is: exercising the brain releases natural growth factors, which enhance the brain's level of fitness.
Using the latest research in neurology and psychology, Restak, an eminent neuropsychologist and bestselling author of "The Brain Has a Mind of Its Own, " explains how the brain works and tells how to make it work better. Included are 28 easy, practical exercises designed to improve cognitive abilities. 44 illustrations.
Small, a neuroscientist and director of the UCLA Memory Clinic and Center on Aging, offers readers simple exercises and advice, like getting enough sleep and minimizing stress, to increase memory.
An acclaimed journalist's lively investigation of what happens to memory and attention in middle age combines extraordinary reporting, memoir, and hard science.
The potential of the human mind is absolutely phenomenal, and Tony Buzan is one of the world's leading experts on how people can maximize their brainpower. Now, in his most comprehensive book yet on the topic, Buzan reveals exciting new ways to improve one's memory, concentration, creativity, ability to learn, and more.
A leading neuroscientist and "New York Times"-bestselling author of "Mozart's Brain and the Fighter Pilot" distills the research on the brain and serves up practical, surprising, and illuminating recommendations for warding off neurological decline, cognitive function, and encouraging smarter thinking day to day. In "Think Smart," the renowned ...
From the little things (recalling statistics and facts) to the big (keeping track of anniversaries and important appointments), a good memory is essential to a happy life and a successful career. Improve yours, with these 52 proven techniques that helped win Dominic O'Brien accolades such as "Brain of the Year" and "Grandmaster of Memory." O'Brien ...
Harry Lorayne is an internationally acclaimed memory expert. Here he displays his remarkable memory-training abilities in a book aimed at high-school and college students.
This book explains why, and describes how, new technologies permit scientists to determine what brain centers control which memories. It also approaches subjects that have been sensationalized--hypnosis, multiple personality, and recovered memories of sexual abuse--calmly, rationally, and believably.
The debate rages in magazines and newspapers ranging from "Vanity Fair" to "The New Yorker", from "Mother Jones" to the "New York Times" - can a long-forgotten memory of a horrible event like murder or sexual abuse suddenly resurface years later? Proponents of so-called "false memory syndrome" say it's impossible. This book presents seven cases ...
A pioneer in brain-power offers exciting new ways of using and improving memory, concentration, and creativity in planning and structuring thought on all levels. Includes exercises. Full-color and black-and-white photos and illustrations. Radio spots.
From the "New York Times" bestselling author of "Power Foods" and "Power Aging," Null proves that being older doesnt mean accepting the inevitable toll of years. In this revolutionary book, he shows readers how to keep their brain fit and functional with age.
In just 25 years, Multiple Personality Disorder has progressed from a rare and odd occurrence to a syndrome that supports treatment centers thoughout North America. What is it about our culture in the late 20th century that has encouraged its growth? Is there a larger historical context for this surprising outbreak of mental illness? These are the ...
While "The Memory Bible" detailed healthy longevity objectives in improving memory over time, "The Memory Prescription" will show how to achieve these goals quickly and effectively.
A complete workbook based on the bestselling book, Unlocking the Secrets of Your Childhood Memories. The convenient workbook format makes it easier for people to tap into their childhood memories, analyze them, relieve stress, gain acceptance, and alleviate some of their pain.
This workbook shows readers how to rewire the mental habits that interfere with memory functioning and offers practical solutions based on the latest scientific research. Through innovative techniques, exercises, games, and puzzles, readers learn how to maximize the receptiveness of their senses, focus on what is important and block out what isn't ...
Mnemonic devices have helped countless students, teachers, and trivia buffs recall key information. In this comprehensive guide, readers find a wide spectrum of simple anagrams, clever rhymes, and word games that cover a variety of subjects.
Now in a totally updated edition--the secrets of how to stretch memory skills to the fullest. Buzan has devised an ingenious system for memory improvement, geared to handle each specific memory problem--from everyday names and phone numbers to special programs for card players to showing students how to prepare for and get optimum results on exams.
A revolutionary new system that lets you master facts, figures, sports skills, your health, psychic abilities--anything!--two to ten times faster than you ever thought passable.Remember almost anything you see or hear.Master sports skills with incredible ease.Solve problems while you sleep.Raise your grades and shorten your study hours.Learn ...
In this remarkable prescription for brain health, leading neurosurgeon Dr. McCleary delivers a groundbreaking program for increasing brain function at any age.
Whether you want to learn a foreign language, improve your tennis game, ace a test, or learn anything 2-to-5 times faster, the fun and innovative method of superlearning is designed to unlock your limitless potential. This revolutionary program reveals how the right kind of music can enhance learning, which "superfood" can make people a startling ...
Learn how you, too, can have a photographic mind. Doctor Memory will show you that it's not something you're born with; it's something you learn. His unique learning methodology is taught in detail in this comprehensive follow-up to the # I seller The Memory Book. Learning How to Learn teaches the reader how to apply the Learning That LaStSTM ...
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