Spark : the revolutionary new science of exercise and the brain
Title:
Spark : the revolutionary new science of exercise and the brain
Author:
Ratey, John J., 1948-
ISBN:
9780316113502
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Edition:
1st ed.
Publication Information:
New York : Little, Brown, 2008.
Physical Description:
294 p. ; 25 cm.
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
Introduction: making the connection -- Welcome to the revolution: a case study on exercise and the brain -- Learning: grow your brain cells -- Stress: the greatest challenge -- Anxiety: nothing to panic about -- Depression: move your mood -- Attention deficit: running from distraction -- Addiction: reclaiming the biology of self-control -- Hormonal changes: the impact on women's brain health -- Aging: the wise way -- The regimen: build your brain -- Afterword: fanning the flames.
Abstract:
An investigation into the effects of exercise on the brain evaluates how aerobic exercise positively influences the progression of such conditions as Alzheimer's disease, ADD, and depression, in a report that shares theory-supporting case studies.
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