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Brain Gym

40 workouts to boost your brain health
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Brain Gym by Dr Sabina Brennan is a guide focused on enhancing brain health and cognitive function through everyday activities. It offers practical techniques and insights to boost memory, improve mental agility, and maintain a healthier brain. The book combines scientific research with simple lifestyle adjustments to help readers keep their minds sharp and active.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in understanding how to enhance brain health through science-backed strategies. It's ideal for those keen on adopting practical, everyday habits that can boost cognitive function and maintain mental clarity.

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Train your brain for emotional wellbeing: feel happier and more productive with 40 science-based brain workouts

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EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN with 40 simple tips and exercises you can do at home and on the go.

BEAT BURNOUT and learn to cope with the stresses and strains of everyday life.

BACKED UP BY EXPERT NEUROSCIENCE from Dr Sabina Brennan, best-selling author of Beating Brain Fog.

INCLUDES A BOOKLET with more information about the inner workings of the brain and how to make it work for you!

LAURENCE KING PUBLISHING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

Discover 40 activity, attitude, and lifestyle changes to reshape your brain. Whether you're feeling foggy, stressed, or just looking for a boost, pick out a card, perform the simple exercise and learn the science behind why it works.

Featuring 40 cards with practical tips to shape your brain, as well as a booklet with information about brain behaviour, brain chemicals, and weekly brain workout plans. Choose happiness, learn to cope with stress, and avoid burnout with Brain Gym.

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The Brain Gym is praised for offering practical, easy-to-follow exercises designed to enhance cognitive health. Readers find that it effectively aids in developing skills necessary for managing daily challenges, making it a valuable addition to mental health resources.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399605052

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Cards

Date Published: 16 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Laurence King Publishing

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Andy Goodman

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 48.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 107.0mm

Weight: 282g

About the Author

Sabina Brennan (Author)

Dr Sabina Brennan is a research psychologist and award winning science communicator. She previously worked as a Research Assistant Professor in the Institute of Neuroscience at Trinity College Dublin. Her scientific research focuses on understanding dementia risk and protective factors to establish how decline in cognitive function might be prevented or delayed.

Andy Goodman (Illustrator)

Andy Goodman is a graphic illustrator based in Bath, UK. He uses fine line and bold colour to underpin or subvert everyday expressions. His work is often based on themes of well-being, mindfulness and rehabilitation.

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