The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science

摘要: An astonishing new science called neuroplasticity is overthrowing the centuries-old notion that human brain immutable. Psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, Norman Doidge, M.D., traveled country to meet both brilliant scientists championing people whose lives they've transformedpeople mental limitations or damage were seen as unalterable. We see a woman born with half rewired itself work whole, blind who learn see, learning disorders cured, IQs raised, aging brains rejuvenated, stroke patients speak, children cerebral palsy move more grace, depression anxiety successfully treated, lifelong character traits changed. Using these marvelous stories probe mysteries of body, emotion, love, sex, culture, education, Dr. Doidge has written an immensely moving, inspiring book will permanently alter way we look at our brains, nature, potential."