Posit Science Supplies Brain Fitness Exercises for New AARP ServicePR Newswire (press release)SAN FRANCISCO, May 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Posit Science, the brain fitness company, announced it is supplying online exercises through its BrainHQ platform to AARP for a new AARP service called "AARP Brain Fitness powered by BrainHQ.AARP Encourages Brain Health with Launch of [...]
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Training the Brain to Improve On New Tasks – Science Daily (press release)
Training the Brain to Improve On New TasksScience Daily (press release)Apr. 15, 2013 — A brain-training task that increases the number of items an individual can remember over a short period of time may boost performance in other problem-solving tasks by enhancing communication between different brain areas. The new …and more » brain exercise – Google [...]
READ MORE »Optical Illusions: The Science of Visual Perception (Illusion Works)
Optical Illusions: The Science of Visual Perception (Illusion Works) This intriguing collection contains more than 275 optical illusions that appear to change before your eyes. Al Seckel carefully selected both well-known images, such as Shepard’s tabletop, Wade’s spiral, Ames room and Rubin’s face/vase, and many lesser-known, but no less effective, illusions. Every type of optical [...]
READ MORE »Posit Science Brain Fitness Program for Two People Reviews
Posit Science Brain Fitness Program for Two People Validated in peer-reviewed, published studies that show: 10+ years improvement in memory 130+% faster auditory processing speed 3 out of 4 program users report benefits that improve everyday life Preliminary studies show promise for mild cognitive impairment and early-stage Alzheimer’s disease Exercise is good for your brain: [...]
READ MORE »The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science
The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science An astonishing new science called “neuroplasticity” is overthrowing the centuries-old notion that the human brain is immutable. In this revolutionary look at the brain, psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Norman Doidge, M.D., provides an introduction to both the brilliant scientists championing neuroplasticity [...]
READ MORE »The User Illusion: Cutting Consciousness Down to Size (Penguin Press Science) Reviews
The User Illusion: Cutting Consciousness Down to Size (Penguin Press Science) As John Casti wrote, “Finally, a book that really does explain consciousness.” This groundbreaking work by Denmark’s leading science writer draws on psychology, evolutionary biology, information theory, and other disciplines to argue its revolutionary point: that consciousness represents only an infinitesimal fraction of our [...]
READ MORE »Is Athleticism Linked to Brain Size? Exercise-Loving Mice Have Larger Midbrains – Science Daily (press release)
Medical Daily Is Athleticism Linked to Brain Size? Exercise-Loving Mice Have Larger MidbrainsScience Daily (press release)17, 2013 — Is athleticism linked to brain size? To find out, researchers at the University of California, Riverside performed laboratory experiments on house mice and found that mice that have been bred for dozens of generations to be more [...]
READ MORE »Your Brain On Nature: The Science of Nature’s Influence on Your Health, Happiness and Vitality
Your Brain On Nature: The Science of Nature’s Influence on Your Health, Happiness and Vitality How to safely de-tox from IT overload—with the healing effects of natureScientific studies have shown that natural environments can have remarkable benefits for human health. Natural environments are more likely to promote positive emotions; and viewing and walking in nature [...]
READ MORE »Aerobic Exercise Boosts Brain Power, Review Finds – Science Daily (press release)
Aerobic Exercise Boosts Brain Power, Review FindsScience Daily (press release)Dec. 13, 2012 — The physical benefits of regular exercise and remaining physically active, especially as we age, are well documented. However, it appears that it is not only the body which benefits from exercise, but the mind too. The evidence for …and more » brain exercise [...]
READ MORE »Posit Science Brain Fitness Program & InSight Bundle for Two People
Posit Science Brain Fitness Program & InSight Bundle for Two People Brain Fitness Program features 6 exercises which help you improve your memory, communicate more effectively, and remember what you hear. InSight features 5 exercises which help you drive better, react more quickly, and capture more visual details. Auditory + Visual Brain Training for a [...]
READ MORE »The Addicted Brain: Why We Abuse Drugs, Alcohol, and Nicotine (FT Press Science)
The Addicted Brain: Why We Abuse Drugs, Alcohol, and Nicotine (FT Press Science) Addiction destroys lives. In The Addicted Brain, leading neuroscientist Michael Kuhar, Ph.D., explains how and why this happens–and presents advances in drug addiction treatment and prevention. Using breathtaking brain imagery and other research, Kuhar shows the powerful, long-term brain changes that drugs [...]
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Food Science of Vermont Beauty and Brains, 90 Count Formulated to support mental and physical health for woman throughout the aging process Contains nutrients to support skin and hair health, mental acuity and memory, and bone and joint health Resveratrol, vitamin E and B vitamins support cardiovascular health Food Science of Vermont’s beauty and brains [...]
READ MORE »Herbal Supplements and the Brain: Understanding Their Health Benefits and Hazards (FT Press Science)
Herbal Supplements and the Brain: Understanding Their Health Benefits and Hazards (FT Press Science) Today, many manufacturers of plant-based “neuroceuticals” claim their products can offer powerful benefits in brain function. However, the US government does not require these manufacturers to demonstrate their products’ effectiveness, leaving it difficult for consumers and health professionals to make decisions [...]
READ MORE »Brainworks: The Mind-bending Science of How You See, What You Think, and Who You Are
Brainworks: The Mind-bending Science of How You See, What You Think, and Who You Are Admit it. When you hear the word “neuroscience,” you expect something abstract and remote, very complex, of little practical value. But this time…it’s personal. In a highly anticipated, three-part series airing on the National Geographic Channel in Fall 2011, [...]
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The New Science of Learning: Brain Fitness for Kids Reviews
The New Science of Learning: Brain Fitness for Kids The New Science of Learning: Brain Fitness for Kids explores recent breakthroughs in neuroscience and educational research that have led to a new understanding of the learning capabilities of the brain. A growing body of educational neuroscience has shown that under the right conditions, the plastic” [...]
READ MORE »Posit Science Brain Fitness Program for One Person
Posit Science Brain Fitness Program for One Person Validated in peer-reviewed, published studies that show: 10+ years improvement in memory 130+% faster auditory processing speed 3 out of 4 program users report benefits that improve everyday life Preliminary studies show promise for mild cognitive impairment and early-stage Alzheimer’s disease Exercise is good for your brain: [...]
READ MORE »Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain
Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain ISBN13: 9780316113502 Condition: New Notes: BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed A groundbreaking and fascinating investigation into the transformative effects of exercise on the brain, from the bestselling [...]
READ MORE »“Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain” Audiobook … – American Consumer News
"Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain" Audiobook …American Consumer NewsThe written description of the book is “A groundbreaking and fascinating investigation into the transformative effects of exercise on the brain, …and more » brain exercise – Google News
READ MORE »The Big Book of Brain Games: 1,000 PlayThinks of Art, Mathematics & Science
The Big Book of Brain Games: 1,000 PlayThinks of Art, Mathematics & Science ISBN13: 9780761134664 Condition: New Notes: BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed About the original 1000 PlayThinks,Will Shortz of The New York Times said it best: [...]
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