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Author: Norman Doidge

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780670038305

Language: English

Publish Date: 15/03/2007

Audiobook length: 31 min

Contents

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2How is the brain reshaped?
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Chapter 3How reshaping the brain can change people's lives
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Chapter 4Summary & Review
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Why listen to The Brain that Changes Itself

Listening to the summary audiobook of "The Brain That Changes Itself" by Norman Doidge is a compelling way to explore the groundbreaking concepts of neuroplasticity—how our brains can adapt, reorganize, and heal throughout our lives. This accessible format condenses complex scientific ideas into engaging insights, making it easier to understand how experiences, thoughts, and behaviors can shape our neural pathways. By delving into real-life examples and transformative case studies, the summary offers valuable inspiration and practical knowledge, empowering listeners to harness the potential of their own brains for personal growth and resilience.

Author : Norman Doidge

Norman Doidge is a professor at Columbia University's Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. He is also a professor at the University of Toronto's Department of Psychiatry. Doidge is a best-selling author, critic, and poet, who has won four Canadian National Magazine Gold Awards.

Key Insights from The Brain that Changes Itself

  • Neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new connections, challenges the long-held belief that the brain's structure is fixed after a certain age. This ability allows individuals to compensate for injury, improve cognitive functions, and develop new skills throughout their lifespan.
  • The book presents several case studies demonstrating how people have overcome significant neurological challenges, such as stroke or learning disabilities, by harnessing neuroplasticity. These stories underscore the potential for recovery and adaptation in the human brain, regardless of age or initial condition.
  • Doidge emphasizes the importance of targeted mental exercises and lifestyle changes in promoting brain health and enhancing performance. By engaging in practices that stimulate the brain, individuals can actively cultivate their cognitive abilities and emotional well-being.
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