Why Love Matters
Sue Gerhardt
Why Love Matters explains the critical role of loving relationships in early brain development and their lasting impact on emotional and physical health. This updated second edition delves into the effects of early stress on a baby's developing nervous system, exploring how these experiences can shape future well-being and vulnerability to various difficulties. An invaluable guide for parents and professionals, it offers an accessible account of the latest findings in neuroscience, developmental psychology, and neurobiology.
Why We Love
Helen Fisher
An exploration into the science, evolution, and cultural impact of romantic love. Drawing on brain scanning technology and cross-cultural surveys, the author delves into the fundamental human drive to fall in love, examining its joys, sorrows, and lasting effects on our lives.
Why We Remember
Charan Ranganath
Explore the fascinating science of memory and its profound impact on our lives. Discover how our brains shape our past, present, and future through the intricate mechanisms of remembering and forgetting. Uncover the secrets to creating lasting memories and navigating the complexities of the human experience.
Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers
Robert M. Sapolsky
Explore the fascinating science behind stress and its impact on our health. Why are humans more susceptible to stress-related illnesses than zebras? Delve into the intricate connections between the mind and body, and discover how managing stress can lead to a healthier, happier life.
Widen the Window
Elizabeth A. Stanley
Discover how to heal from stress and trauma by understanding the connection between your mind and body. Elizabeth Stanley shares her personal journey and provides practical tools to enhance resilience and well-being, drawing on scientific research and mindfulness-based techniques.
Wired for Story
Lisa Cron
Wired for Story reveals how writers can take advantage of the brain’s hardwired responses to story to captivate their readers’ minds through each plot element. It explores how the brain processes stories and what elements are crucial for engaging readers, offering practical advice for crafting compelling narratives.
You Are Now Less Dumb
David McRaney
A fascinating exploration of the quirks and flaws in human thinking, revealing how we delude ourselves, fall for cognitive biases, and make irrational decisions. This book offers insights into understanding your own mind and becoming less dumb.
You'll Be My Mirror
Jamil Zaki
An exploration of the self, not as an innate entity, but as a social construct shaped by relationships and interactions. It delves into the tension between our desire for autonomy and the constraints necessary for a coherent self, examining how this tension influences our understanding of identity, freedom, and the world around us.