Cognitive Health

We avoid boredom at all costs. It makes us feel restless and agitated. Desperate for something to do, we play games on our phones, retie our shoes, or even count ceiling tiles. And if we escape it this time, eventually it will strike again. But what if we listened to boredom instead of banishing it? Psychologists James Danckert and John Eastwood contend that boredom isn't bad for us. It's just that we do a bad job of heeding its guidance.

Introduction to Ecological Psychology is a highly accessible book that offers an overview of the fundamental theoretical foundations of Ecological Psychology. The authors, Julia J. C. Blau and Jeffrey B. Wagman, provide a broad coverage of the topic, including discussion of perception-action as well as development, cognition, social interaction, and application to real world problems.

Have you ever felt trapped by your own mind, unable to escape the cycle of negative thoughts and feelings? Are you seeking a way to break free from overwhelm, depression, stress and anxiety and achieve a sense of peace and clarity? What if you had a toolbox filled with the best techniques from three of the most effective therapies available today?

“#1 International Bestseller, The Neurogenesis Diet and Lifestyle quickly became an international sensation. The book brings together the latest in neuroscience research to present a new and proven approach to brain health and aging." The most important book you’ll read this year. The Neurogenesis Diet and Lifestyle brings together the latest in neuroscience research to present a new and proven view of brain health and aging. Only recently has it been discovered that the brain produces new brain cells throughout our entire lives, a process called neurogenesis. The rate at which we form ...

Almost every person will suffer from issues relating to negative thinking patterns at some stage in their life, it's unavoidable. Whether it's facing phobias, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, or full-scale anxiety or depression. It's much more prevalent than you think. But most people aren't equipped with the right mental tools to identify the underlying reasons for their problems, or spot the triggers which set them off. This is where Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help.

A beautiful resource for nature advocates, parents-to-be, animal lovers, and anyone who seeks to restore wellbeing on our planet, The Evolved Nest reconnects us to lessons from the animal world and shows us how to restore wellness in our families, communities, and lives.

Imagine que dois médicos na mesma cidade façam diagnósticos distintos a pacientes com o mesmo problema ou que dois juízes no mesmo tribunal deem sentenças diferentes a pessoas que cometeram o mesmo crime. Agora, suponha que este mesmo médico e este mesmo juiz tomem decisões diversas dependendo se é manhã ou tarde, segunda-feira ou quarta-feira, antes ou depois do almoço. Estes são exemplos de ruído: variabilidade em julgamentos que deveriam ser idênticos.

How does the brain work? How different is a human brain from other creatures' brains? Is the human brain still evolving? In this fascinating book, Michael O'Shea provides a non-technical introduction to the main issues and findings in current brain research, and gives a sense of how neuroscience addresses questions about the relationship between the brain and the mind.

This boxset includes the most powerful collection of books to serve as your guide toward understanding the emotions, why some of the biggest moments of your lives happen and what the world around us is all about. This understanding helps you to bring recognition to feelings and what to do next.

Red light therapy is the best-kept secret in healthcare today, and with this book, you will have all the information you need to unlock its full potential. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned user, this book will provide valuable insights and tips to enhance your red light therapy experience. From understanding the science behind this innovative therapy to learning about the different types of devices available, you will be equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions about your treatment and get the desired results.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that analyzes the response you feel to specific sets of stimuli and then asks why it is that you feel the way you do.

From studies of bonobos in the wild to visits with the iconic painter Jasper Johns and the renowned decision-making expert Daniel Kahneman, Small looks across disciplines to put new scientific findings into illuminating context while also revealing groundbreaking developments about Alzheimer’s disease. The next time you forget where you left your keys, remember that a little forgetting does a lot of good.

En este libro, te proporcionaremos todo lo que necesitas saber sobre la Terapia Cognitivo Conductual, así como las razones por las que se considera uno de los tratamientos más eficaces para ciertos trastornos emocionales. Repasaremos los aspectos básicos y esenciales que los principiantes deben comprender antes de comenzar sus tratamientos, así como los diferentes beneficios que uno puede obtener de ella. Se incluyen los diferentes temas que trata efectivamente, y la filosofía detrás de ello.

For even the fittest, healthiest, and most vibrant among us, the truth is there are inevitable challenges that come from growing older. Major life transitions such as retirement, the loss of family or a partner, changes in our bodies, and changing social roles in everyday life can lead to feelings of uncertainty, loss of control, and even anxiety and depression. But aging doesn't have to be a negative thing. You can carve out your own path. This book will show you how to live with more vitality and joy—at any age!

From the author of the best-selling 30-Day Heart Tune-Up and Smart Fat - the first book to show how the brain can become insulin resistant through diet and lifestyle and to make clear how and why this has been directly linked to cognitive decline and memory loss. With a detailed program developed by the author to prevent and reverse this potentially devastating condition.

The Newest Research in Neuroscience, Nutrition, and Psychology for Peak Intelligence and Radiant Brain Function “Learn how to feel good at every level by reading this book!” - Dave Asprey, founder of Bulletproof and NY Times bestselling author This book was first released in 2020 under a different title and now has this new title of Radiant Brain Health. It’s a more dangerous environment for the brain than ever before. A neurotoxic “perfect storm” that assaults the brain and self on all levels – physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. No one escapes the weakening ...

Your brain is the master organ in your body. Everything is controlled by this complicated computer, which operates your entire body, from head to toe, from eyesight to digestion, from feelings of high self-esteem to stress and anxiety. By feeding your brain with specific foods, such as fish, blueberries, and even coffee, you help it operate much, much more effectively.

When we choose to go to the gym at 6am, keep running that marathon, or stay up late to study, we are making conscious, value-based decisions that help us fulfill our goals. But even though we know that daily good choices add up to healthy routines and strong results, these days it’s just too easy to surrender to negative thoughts and old habits. How can we not? Enter Functional Imagery Training (FIT).

Toward a Cognitive Theory of Narrative Acts brings together in one volume cutting-edge research that turns to recent findings in cognitive and neurobiological sciences, psychology, linguistics, philosophy, and evolutionary biology, among other disciplines, to explore and understand more deeply various cultural phenomena, including art, music, literature, and film. The essays fulfilling this task for the general listener as well as the specialist are written by renowned authors.

A practical guide to mental and emotional freedom! Feeling lost about how to effectively treat disturbing intrusive thoughts? You're not alone! This book contains the best advice from a former sufferer of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts. Inspired by compassion, this book is a gift to fellow casualties of negative thought patterns, destructive behaviors, self-loathers, and those wishing freedom from persistent demons.