by Ratey, John J.,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Hagerman, Eric. Published by : Little, Brown, (New York :) Physical details: ix, 294 p. ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Exercise --Psychological aspects. | Exercise --Physiological aspects. | Mind and body. | Brain. Year : 2008
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Intermediate Senior High | 612.76 RAT | Available |
Includes index.
Introduction: making the connection -- Welcome to the revolution: a case study on exercise and the brain -- Learning: grow your brain cells -- Stress: the greatest challenge -- Anxiety: nothing to panic about -- Depression: move your mood -- Attention deficit: running from distraction -- Addiction: reclaiming the biology of self-control -- Hormonal changes: the impact on women's brain health -- Aging: the wise way -- The regimen: build your brain -- Afterword: fanning the flames.
Explores the mind-body connection, presenting startling research to prove that exercise is truly our best defense against everything from depression to ADD to addiction to aggression to menopause to Alzheimer's.