The discovery of "neuroplasticity," that our thoughts can change the structure and function of our brains-even in old age- is the most important breakthrough in neuroscience in four centuries.

The power of positive thinking finally gains scientific credibility. Mind-bending, miracle-making, reality-busting stuff with implications for all human beings, not to mention human culture, human learning and human history. – The New York Times

Lucid and absolutely fascinating. A captivating series of real-life cases. -The Chicago Tribune
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Featured on PBS's The Brain Fitness Program and chosen by Amazon.com as one of the 10 Best Science books of the year. Dr. Norman Doidge introduces principles we all can use to overcome brain limitations and explores the profound implications of the changing brain in an immensely moving book that will permanently alter the way we look at human possibility and human nature.
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