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Reminiscent of Oliver Sacks, Columbia psychiatrist Norman Doidge blends exciting science with a deep sense of humanity while describing case studies that reveal the brain's remarkable ability to heal itself from seemingly catastrophic injuries. The stories of a woman who recovers from a five-year sensation of falling, a mentally retarded woman training herself to think better, and patients recovering from massive strokes are more than inspirational tales--they show a shift in the medical community's understanding of the brain's flexibility. For example, after only two days, a blindfolded patient's brain begins reallocating the "sight" portions of the brain to other sensations. This new awareness of "neuroplasticity" is filled with possibility, since it hints that people have a great capacity to heal and improve their mental condition.
| Size | | Length: | 427 pages | | Height: | 8.5 in | | Width: | 5.5 in | | Thickness: | 1.2 in | | Weight: | 13.6 oz |
Industry Reviews
"[A] fascinating synopsis of the current revolution in neuroscience."
(05/29/2007)
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