Camilla Nord
The Balanced Brain: The Science of Mental Health
The Balanced Brain: The Science of Mental Health
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Camilla Nord's The Balanced Brain offers a ground-breaking tour of the scientific and technological developments that are revolutionizing the way we think about mental health.
She reframes mental health as an intricate, self-regulating process, and examines a wide range of treatments, from therapy and medication to recreational drugs and electrical brain stimulation.
Nord reveals how the small things we do to lift our mood during the course of a day often work on the same pathways in our brain as the latest pharmacological treatments for mental health disorders.
She shows that there are more possibilities for recovery and resilience than we might think, and invites readers to discover what makes each of us feel better.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 12 September 2024
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
A FINANCIAL TIMES & SUNDAY TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR, "The Balanced Brain" by Camilla Nord is a groundbreaking exploration of the scientific and technological developments that are revolutionizing our understanding of mental health. In this captivating book, Nord reframes mental health as an intricate, self-regulating process, highlighting the diverse range of treatments available, from therapy and medication to recreational drugs and electrical brain stimulation. Through her insightful analysis, Nord reveals how the small things we do to lift our mood during the course of a day, such as eating chocolate, drinking coffee, or chatting with a friend, often work on the same pathways in our brain as the latest pharmacological treatments for mental health disorders. This groundbreaking book challenges the notion that there are only a few routes to mental wellbeing and offers a refreshing counterblast to many popular ideas about wellbeing. With its compelling and optimistic tone, "The Balanced Brain" has received praise from prominent figures in the field, including Observer, Prospect, and Lucy Foulkes. Nord's exploration of the complex interplay between events and treatments and their impact on individuals is both fascinating and enlightening. She demonstrates how the small things we do to lift our mood can have a profound effect on our mental health, and how these conscious actions are part of a complex process that is unique to each individual. By highlighting the many possibilities for recovery and resilience, Nord encourages readers to discover what makes each of us feel good. Whether you are suffering or simply doing your best to stay afloat, "The Balanced Brain" is an invitation to explore the depths of our mental health and find the tools we need to thrive.
Weight: 228g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780141998954
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