"Memory is far more than a record of the past. In this groundbreaking tour of the mind and brain, one of the world's top memory researchers reveals the powerful role memory plays in nearly every aspect of our lives, from recalling faces and names, to learning, decision-making, trauma and healing. A new understanding of memory is emerging from the latest scientific research. In Why We Remember, pioneering neuroscientist and psychologist Charan Ranganath...

"There are many routes to mental well-being. In this groundbreaking book, neuroscientist Camilla Nord offers a fascinating tour of the scientific developments that are revolutionising the way we think about mental health, showing why and how events--and treatments--can affect people in such different ways. Nord explains how our brain constructs our sense of mental health--actively striving to maintain balance in response to our changing circumstances....

Having fun and learning while you do it is the basis of this book. A variety of games are provided - over 50 including variations. Each game is designed to work with the minimum of equipment - sometimes just paper and pencil, sometimes coins or counters. Simple to understand instructions about how to play, and a simple gameboard, and complemented by an easy to understand game goal. But - and here's the clever part - the games have math embedded in...

180 chess problems in one move with their solutions are included in this book (all in the form of diagrams). Both intermediate and advanced readers can benefit from the book. Real chess games are used to create those puzzles. Please keep in mind that these are do-it-yourself exercises, therefore you must be familiar with all of the basic chess principles. Use "look inside" for additional details.

Put your crime-solving wits to the test with codes, ciphers, and more mind-bending puzzles from the groundbreaking creators of Hunt A Killer. In Hunt A Killer: The Detective's Puzzle Book, you'll meet up with private eye Michelle Gray who needs you to hit the books and fine-tune your investigative skills before the next big murder case. Under her expert guidance, you'll start with "Investigative Best Practices" before diving into a world of curious...

Dive into the third installment of the "Riddle Me This: A Professional Exploration in Poetry" series with "The Educator's Epigrams: Learning Lore in Verse for the Enlightened Mind." This captivating collection weaves the intricate tapestry of education into the rich, rhythmic patterns of poetry, offering readers a unique voyage through the world of teaching and learning. Each epigram serves as a beacon, casting light upon the multifaceted roles, challenges,...

"The Techie's Riddles: IT-Inspired Poems for Curious Minds," the first book in the "Riddle Me This: A Professional Exploration in Poetry" series, is a unique blend of poetry and technology, offering a captivating journey through the world of information technology.Each riddle poem is designed to challenge and delight tech enthusiasts and poetry lovers alike. From algorithms to AI, and data privacy to digital transformation, this book explores a wide...

Embark on a Journey of Wonder with "Brain Benders" for Teens! Dive into the cosmos of curiosity with this captivating collection of mind-bending facts tailored just for teens! Uncover the Marvels:Explore the quirks of the teenage brain!Decode cryptic codes and untold stories of historical figures!Master memory tricks that'll amaze your friends!Linguistic Adventures Await:Dive into the dance of phonetics and the wonders of language families!Discover...

Remembering Me: Discover Your Memory Proven Ways To Expand & Increase It As You Get Older Memory is like a good friend; it's something that tends to be there when you need it andgives you comfort when required. But sometimes, it can give us a little trouble; nothing too major. The good news is that the more we know how memory works and functions, the better we can manage it with proven strategies to help cope with it.This book is an easy to understand,...

A thrilling adventure story that examines consent and privacy in a way that books have not had to before this generation where everything is online. Nothing about us, without us. When Paige learns that her parents enrolled her in an autism study without telling her, her world turns upside down. Suddenly she isn't sure if she can trust the two people she oves most. A chip was implanted in her brain that sends them information about her mood, brain...