The Memory Book
Everyday Habits for a Healthy Memory
Apple Press
Published on 1. March 2007
Book
Paperback/Softback
212 pages
978-1-84543-190-7 (ISBN)
Description
Are you embarrassed when you bump into an acquaintance and can't remember their name? As we age, it can become harder to retain everyday pieces of information that make life liveable. "The Memory Book" offers practical strategies for overcoming forgetfulness and dispels common concerns about memory lapses and memory loss. This indispensable book is based on a survey of people's concerns that shows if you forget names and things you meant to do, you are in good company! It examines how memory works and why it sometimes lets us down, and gives fascinating insight into how our brains turn thoughts into memories. "The Memory Book" is packed with tips and techniques to ensure that we continue to manage our memory well and stay fresh and alert. It is the ideal book for anyone who would like to have a better memory.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing PLC
Dimensions
Height: 232 mm
Width: 152 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-84543-190-7 (9781845431907)
Copyright in bibliographic data is held by Nielsen Book Services Limited or its licensors: all rights reserved.
Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Judith Wiles received her BA from Macquarie University, Australia, as a mature-age student, majoring in Behavioural Science and Education. She taught life span development until she retired. Janet Wiles is a cognitive scientist and Associate Professor at the University of Queensland, Australia. Her research centres on how the brain works.