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US Mall 1 - Magnificent Mind at Any Age: Natural Ways to Unleash Your Brain's Maximum Potential
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Manufacturer: Harmony
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 612.82
EAN: 9780307339096
ISBN: 0307339092
Label: Harmony
Manufacturer: Harmony
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 352
Publication Date: 2008-12-02
Publisher: Harmony
Release Date: 2008-12-02
Studio: Harmony
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Summary: Magnificent book for a magnificent mind!
Comment: Amen writes this book from the perspective of a clinical psychiatrist, with an underpinning of research and clinical expertise. He is not afraid to recommend treatments, which, in his opinion, work well, regardless of whether they are based on medication, counselling, hypnotism, naturopathy, diet and so on.
I thoroughly recommend this book for those who have specific disorders, such as ADHD, or autism, to those who simply want to improve the health of our body's most important organ, the brain.
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Summary: Good Book -- Great Information
Comment: Love from Both Sides: A True Story of Soul Survival and Sacred Sexuality I'm a writer and working hypnotherapist, and besides that, I worked at UCLA's Neuropsychiatric Institute and did research that was used to create the DSM III(R). Because of that, I saw first hand exactly what "negative thinking" can do to a person's body, health, mind, and finally spirit. I was forced into an "alternate" thought-world myself as my own book attests (he does mention Mavericks, yes?) but I found Dr. Amen's book grounded in science, and well grounded in the reality of "now." I enjoyed his self-deprecating humor, and find all of his suggestions very useful. I will recommend this book to clients, and recommend it to you!
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Summary: SPECT SCANS
Comment: To answer one of the prior reviewer questions. Why does Dr Amen rely so heavily on SPECT studies? The reason is he makes a living doing SPECT scans on difficult to evaluate illnesses such as ADD. Unsuspecting parents pay out of pocket for studies that only Dr Amen has been able to prove are of any value. Cerebral perfusion studies are rarely performed in clinical practise due to the non specific nature of the findings.
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Summary: This book is a gem!
Comment: This book is a jewel because of its beauty, which is rare and powerful. For this, I have to write that reading this book gave me a beautiful shock. Let me explain my reaction in two thoughts:
The first is suggested in the title of Chapter 5: IF YOU WERE MY FAMILY, HOW WOULD I TREAT YOU? Few medical doctors share, with modesty, their personal experiences and the tools they use to make their diagnoses and treatments. I was surprised to see how Dr.Amen, candidly shares the four circles of health and healing and why one should consider natural treatments. This concept is not new to the sciences of human behavior. However, to consider the transcendent or spiritual dimension of the person as an equally important dimension as the biological, social and psychological is little regarded by men and women in charge of today's health sciences.
The second concept that has caught my attention is how freely Dr. Amen writes about the power of lies in our lives. In chapter 12: EMBRACE THE TRUTH, Dr.Amen helps us to discover how automatic negative thoughts (ANT's) poisons our brains and pollute our reading of reality as well as the reading of the historical events of our lives. In every chapter, the author transmits his wisdom and generously shares the exercises that many of his patients have found to be beneficial to improve their brain and their life.
I think that this book is a gift of hope for those who are still seeking answers to the questions that nobody has been able to answer them. In my experience as a psychologist, I may say without exaggeration that this book is a gem. I am grateful for it.
Melissa MartÃnez de Arana, Ph.D.
Psychologist & "Brain Coach"
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Summary: Daniel Amen Loves Brains!
Comment: In Magnificent Mind at Any Age, Daniel Amen lets the reader know how much he loves brains. He talks about "brain envy," for example--what happens when someone sees an image of another person's brain that is healthier than their own. He informs us that he has improved the look of his brain from when he was in his 30's to his present age in the 50's. (Elimination of aspartame, for one.)
Amen writes: "A balanced brain is the foundation for a life that is happier, healthier, wealthier, and wise...If you really understand how to develop and take care of your brain, your life will be better no matter what your age."
I found scary when he describes the brain as soft--like tofu--and vulnerable to injury. Amen writes that millions of people suffer from mild traumatic brain injuries and don't even know it and that the injuries cause emotional, behavioral and cognitive problems.
The doctor recommends a healthy diet, exercise, positive thought, avoiding a toxic environment, gratitude, meditation, little alcohol and caffeine and other common sense basics for the health of the brain. He also recommends fish oil and a daily multiple vitamin.
There is room for more information on each of the subjects above, but there wouldn't be room in a single book. For more information on a healthy diet, I recommend WHAT TO EAT. For more on reducing toxins in the home/office, clutter elimination (which leads to stress), meditation and making a home a sanctuary (for relaxation and health,) read HARMONIOUS ENVIRONMENT: BEAUTIFY, DETOXIFY & ENERGIZE YOUR LIFE, YOUR HOME & YOUR PLANET.
Amen then recommends specific natural remedies for those suffering from ADD, anxiety and depression.
So far, so good. It's part II of the book I have some trouble with, as I feel it is too far-reaching and that Amen's suggestions are unlikely to make real change.
I will use the chapter on how to become a Maverick Thinker as an example. Amen considers himself a maverick (I know, you are thinking Palin and McCain...) According to Amen, a maverick is one who is an independent thinker. He believes that over control, dependence, anxiety and stress inhibit independent thinking. His strategies to help a person become a maverick include keeping brain healthy, work to be happy but work through tough times, and practice independent and personal responsibility.
Sounds good...but I just don't buy that someone who has always listened to others to form their own thoughts will read this and suddenly change.
There is much to be gained with from this book and I do recommend it.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Magnificent book for a magnificent mind!
Comment: Amen writes this book from the perspective of a clinical psychiatrist, with an underpinning of research and clinical expertise. He is not afraid to recommend treatments, which, in his opinion, work well, regardless of whether they are based on medication, counselling, hypnotism, naturopathy, diet and so on.
I thoroughly recommend this book for those who have specific disorders, such as ADHD, or autism, to those who simply want to improve the health of our body's most important organ, the brain.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Good Book -- Great Information
Comment: Love from Both Sides: A True Story of Soul Survival and Sacred Sexuality I'm a writer and working hypnotherapist, and besides that, I worked at UCLA's Neuropsychiatric Institute and did research that was used to create the DSM III(R). Because of that, I saw first hand exactly what "negative thinking" can do to a person's body, health, mind, and finally spirit. I was forced into an "alternate" thought-world myself as my own book attests (he does mention Mavericks, yes?) but I found Dr. Amen's book grounded in science, and well grounded in the reality of "now." I enjoyed his self-deprecating humor, and find all of his suggestions very useful. I will recommend this book to clients, and recommend it to you!
Customer Rating:
Summary: SPECT SCANS
Comment: To answer one of the prior reviewer questions. Why does Dr Amen rely so heavily on SPECT studies? The reason is he makes a living doing SPECT scans on difficult to evaluate illnesses such as ADD. Unsuspecting parents pay out of pocket for studies that only Dr Amen has been able to prove are of any value. Cerebral perfusion studies are rarely performed in clinical practise due to the non specific nature of the findings.
Customer Rating:
Summary: This book is a gem!
Comment: This book is a jewel because of its beauty, which is rare and powerful. For this, I have to write that reading this book gave me a beautiful shock. Let me explain my reaction in two thoughts:
The first is suggested in the title of Chapter 5: IF YOU WERE MY FAMILY, HOW WOULD I TREAT YOU? Few medical doctors share, with modesty, their personal experiences and the tools they use to make their diagnoses and treatments. I was surprised to see how Dr.Amen, candidly shares the four circles of health and healing and why one should consider natural treatments. This concept is not new to the sciences of human behavior. However, to consider the transcendent or spiritual dimension of the person as an equally important dimension as the biological, social and psychological is little regarded by men and women in charge of today's health sciences.
The second concept that has caught my attention is how freely Dr. Amen writes about the power of lies in our lives. In chapter 12: EMBRACE THE TRUTH, Dr.Amen helps us to discover how automatic negative thoughts (ANT's) poisons our brains and pollute our reading of reality as well as the reading of the historical events of our lives. In every chapter, the author transmits his wisdom and generously shares the exercises that many of his patients have found to be beneficial to improve their brain and their life.
I think that this book is a gift of hope for those who are still seeking answers to the questions that nobody has been able to answer them. In my experience as a psychologist, I may say without exaggeration that this book is a gem. I am grateful for it.
Melissa MartÃnez de Arana, Ph.D.
Psychologist & "Brain Coach"
Customer Rating:
Summary: Daniel Amen Loves Brains!
Comment: In Magnificent Mind at Any Age, Daniel Amen lets the reader know how much he loves brains. He talks about "brain envy," for example--what happens when someone sees an image of another person's brain that is healthier than their own. He informs us that he has improved the look of his brain from when he was in his 30's to his present age in the 50's. (Elimination of aspartame, for one.)
Amen writes: "A balanced brain is the foundation for a life that is happier, healthier, wealthier, and wise...If you really understand how to develop and take care of your brain, your life will be better no matter what your age."
I found scary when he describes the brain as soft--like tofu--and vulnerable to injury. Amen writes that millions of people suffer from mild traumatic brain injuries and don't even know it and that the injuries cause emotional, behavioral and cognitive problems.
The doctor recommends a healthy diet, exercise, positive thought, avoiding a toxic environment, gratitude, meditation, little alcohol and caffeine and other common sense basics for the health of the brain. He also recommends fish oil and a daily multiple vitamin.
There is room for more information on each of the subjects above, but there wouldn't be room in a single book. For more information on a healthy diet, I recommend WHAT TO EAT. For more on reducing toxins in the home/office, clutter elimination (which leads to stress), meditation and making a home a sanctuary (for relaxation and health,) read HARMONIOUS ENVIRONMENT: BEAUTIFY, DETOXIFY & ENERGIZE YOUR LIFE, YOUR HOME & YOUR PLANET.
Amen then recommends specific natural remedies for those suffering from ADD, anxiety and depression.
So far, so good. It's part II of the book I have some trouble with, as I feel it is too far-reaching and that Amen's suggestions are unlikely to make real change.
I will use the chapter on how to become a Maverick Thinker as an example. Amen considers himself a maverick (I know, you are thinking Palin and McCain...) According to Amen, a maverick is one who is an independent thinker. He believes that over control, dependence, anxiety and stress inhibit independent thinking. His strategies to help a person become a maverick include keeping brain healthy, work to be happy but work through tough times, and practice independent and personal responsibility.
Sounds good...but I just don't buy that someone who has always listened to others to form their own thoughts will read this and suddenly change.
There is much to be gained with from this book and I do recommend it.
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