Medina, John

Discusses how the brain works and how to treat it well, including getting enough exercise and sleep, how to learn effectively, and how the brain evolved, presenting twelve principles for optimum brain performance at work, home, and school.

Discusses how the brain works and how to treat it well, including getting enough exercise and sleep, how to learn effectively, and how the brain evolved, and presents twelve principles for optimum brain performance at work, home, and school.

A scientific tour of the aging of the human body, investigating the complexities of tissues, cells, and genes, looking at how historically familiar people have experienced aging and death, and discussing discoveries that may lead to longer lives.

Seeks to explain the behaviors of three people, each in a different stage of Alzheimer's disease, providing information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of the illness.

Discusses how the brain works and how to treat it well, including getting enough exercise and sleep, how to learn effectively, and how the brain evolved, presenting twelve principles for optimum brain performance at work, home, and school. 'Contains DVD.