📚**LIVE AUTHOR APPEARANCE** Think Before You Think: Neuro Nook (Book Club)
📖 Book of the Month
📘 Think Before You Think: Understanding and Mastering Executive Function by Dr. Adrian Owen | Learn More
What's this book about❓
A pioneering researcher unveils the neuroscience of executive function: how it works and what we can (and can’t) do to improve it.
💬 Summary:
From the ever-rising rate of ADHD diagnoses to the life-changing challenges of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s to the everyday brain fog many of us muddle through, so-called deficits of executive function are everywhere. Whether you’re tearing the house apart trying to find the keys you’ve been holding all along, struggling to stay on task at work, or watching a loved one lose their social filter, the consequences when executive function falters can be frustrating, puzzling―sometimes even devastating. We’re told it governs everything from planning and decision-making to self-control and social behavior. But what exactly is executive function, and what can we do to sharpen it? In Think Before You Think, internationally renowned neuroscientist Adrian Owen cuts through the confusion, showing how the underlying systems that orchestrate executive function interact, why they sometimes fail us, and what that tells us about the everyday business of being human.
Drawing on decades of groundbreaking research, Owen reveals the six core components of executive function that shape how we think and act: working memory, planning, inhibition, attention, theory of mind, and emotional regulation. Crucially, he also busts many common brain myths. Sharpening your mind isn’t about brain-training apps or quick fixes; in many cases, a good night’s sleep will do more than any puzzle or game. But the latest discoveries in neuroscience offer a simpler―and more powerful―solution: understanding your own executive functions and learning to take conscious control of how you use them.
As practical as it is profound, Think Before You Think offers a new way of understanding your brain―its strengths, its limitations, and its remarkable potential. You’ll never say “I wasn’t thinking” in quite the same way again.
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👋 Meet the author, Dr. Adrian Owen, Ph.D.
Dr. Adrian M. Owen, OBE, FRS, FRSC, FCAHS, PhD, is a Professor at the Western Institute for Neuroscience (WIN), at the University of Western Ontario, Canada, and the former Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Cognitive Neuroscience and Imaging. He is also a Fellow and a former Director of the CIFAR, Brain, Mind, and Consciousness program and co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Creyos Inc.
The research in his lab combines cutting-edge neuroimaging techniques with cognitive studies in both brain-injured patients and healthy participants. By bridging the gap between cognitive neuroscience and clinical application, his lab strives to develop innovative tools for improving brain function and enhancing patient care.
As you'll discover throughout this book, the most fascinating thing about the brain isn't how much it knows. It's how it decides what to do next.
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📚 About Our Monthly Book Club
The Neuro Nook Book Club is your gateway to a captivating world of neurological exploration!
Here's what makes the Neuro Nook Book Club an experience like no other:
🔹No Pressure, Just Encouragement: Don't fret if you haven't finished the book before the meeting! While we highly encourage reading the chosen book, our club emphasizes the joy of exploration and learning together. Feel free to join even if you're just starting or have yet to crack open the pages.
🔹Engaging Discussions: Immerse yourself in lively conversations with fellow brain aficionados. Share your insights, ask burning questions, and learn from diverse perspectives, all within a virtual, friendly, and inclusive community at the Virtual Brain Health Center.
🔹Brain Health Focus: Each book we select delves into the multiple realms of brain health. Discover the latest research, gain practical tips, and explore fascinating case studies that help you take charge of your optimal brain health and wellness.
🔹Expert Insights: From time to time, we invite renowned authors, neuroscientists, and wellness experts to share their wisdom with our community. Gain exclusive access to their expertise and get inspired by their groundbreaking work in the field of brain health.
🔹Curated Book Selections: Our dedicated community meticulously curates a diverse range of brain-focused books that ignite curiosity and provoke meaningful discussions. From bestsellers to hidden gems, we ensure each choice offers profound insights and inspires personal growth.
Expand your understanding of the most intricate organ in the human body, while forming lasting connections with like-minded individuals.
Embark on a transformative journey with the Neuro Nook Book Club!
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