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Staying Sharp: 9 Keys for a Youthful Brain through Modern Science and Ageless Wisdom

by Henry Emmons MD

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A strong memory and healthy brain aren't as difficult to maintain as one might think; combining the latest neuroscience research with age-old wisdom about resilience, mindfulness, and stress reduction, Drs. Henry Emmons and David Alter show that vibrant aging is within reach. More than fifty-five years of combined experience in the fields of neuroscience and psychiatry, Dr. Emmons and Dr. Alter take their expertise and translated the fundamentals of brain science into an easily accessible collection of nine key lessons proven to preserve and strengthen mental acuity. Filled with easy to understand theories and practical exercises to work out your brain and mind, Staying Sharp provides a blueprint to live more joyfully, age more gracefully, and build intimacy in your relationships, no matter what your age.… (more)
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Started off strong with ideas on staying mentally engaged in the second half of life. The last third of the book seemed to lose the momentum. More examples of real people and more concrete solutions would have made this less dry. ( )
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A strong memory and healthy brain aren't as difficult to maintain as one might think; combining the latest neuroscience research with age-old wisdom about resilience, mindfulness, and stress reduction, Drs. Henry Emmons and David Alter show that vibrant aging is within reach. More than fifty-five years of combined experience in the fields of neuroscience and psychiatry, Dr. Emmons and Dr. Alter take their expertise and translated the fundamentals of brain science into an easily accessible collection of nine key lessons proven to preserve and strengthen mental acuity. Filled with easy to understand theories and practical exercises to work out your brain and mind, Staying Sharp provides a blueprint to live more joyfully, age more gracefully, and build intimacy in your relationships, no matter what your age.

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