Western countries invest billions in healthcare, yet mental illness and chronic diseases are on a seemingly unstoppable rise. Nearly 70% of Americans are now on prescription drugs. So what is 'normal' when it comes to health? ... Zobraziť viac
An original, authoritative guide to the impact of grief on the brain, the heart, and the body of the bereaved"Dorothy Holinger's exploration of the contours of grief is wise, moving, thought-provoking, and, best of all, extraordinarily helpful... Zobraziť viac
An authoritative and accessible guide to what happens when we shut our eyes at night. We spend a third of our lives in bed, but how much do we really understand about how sleep affects us? In the past forty years, scientists have discovered that... Zobraziť viac
Every parent wants their child to be happy and every parent wants to avoid screwing them up. But how do you achieve that? In this absorbing, clever and funny book, renowned psychotherapist Philippa Perry tells us what really matters and what ... Zobraziť viac
We all want to be happier, more successful and less stressed, but what really works? From building confidence and boosting creativity to forming better relationships and getting smarter (and healthier)... Zobraziť viac
An exploration of why we don't talk to strangers, and the wonderful things that would happen if we did... Zobraziť viac
Stepping back from the world is an ancient human impulse. Over the last year we have had to retreat. But throughout time, we have chosen to. We were doing it more and more, anyway. Mindfulness and meditation are all the rage... Zobraziť viac
The perfect expression of gratitude for friends, coworkers, and loved ones from the authors of Happiness... Zobraziť viac
Smart people are not only just as prone to making mistakes as everyone else-they may be even more susceptible to them. This is the "intelligence trap," the subject of David Robson's fascinating and provocative debut... Zobraziť viac
From the bestselling author of The Drunkard's Walk and coauthor of The Grand Design (with Stephen Hawking), a startling and eye-opening examination of how the unconscious mind shapes our experience of the world.... Zobraziť viac
Poets, philosophers and artists have been trying to explain romantic love for centuries, but it remains one of the most complex and intimidating terrains to navigate. Most people are afraid to be open and honest about their relationships – until now... Zobraziť viac
One of our bestselling and most respected cultural critics. Naomi Wolf. acclaimed author of The Beauty Myth and The End of America. brings us an astonishing work of cutting- edge science and cultural history that radically reframes ... Zobraziť viac
500 years ago no-one died of stress: we invented this concept and now we let it rule us. We might have evolved to be able to miraculously balance on seven-inch heels, but as far as our emotional... Zobraziť viac
From first look and first date to first fight, breaking up and making up, the world of dating can be a minefield for the unprepared. International relationship guru, John Gray turns his expertise to the language and behaviour of dating couples. Asking... Zobraziť viac
Each day we face a barrage of images and messages from society and the media telling us who, what, and how we should be. We are led to believe that if we could only look perfect and lead perfect lives, we'd no longer feel inadequate... Zobraziť viac
Conversation is at the heart of our relationships and decision-making - but the science behind our everyday interactions, and how to improve them, is little known. In Talk, Harvard Professor Alison Wood Brooks provides fascinating insights into the ... Zobraziť viac
The classic international bestseller that will change the way you think about your life and work - and will inspire you to achieve more in everything you do. What if everything you know about raw talent, hard work, and great performance is wrong? ... Zobraziť viac
We often talk about how our diets affect our fitness - but we don't discuss how they affect the hungriest organ in the body, the brain. And it has surprising dietary needs that differ from the rest of our body... Zobraziť viac
A world-renowned neuroscientist illuminates the science of consciousness by exploring a single day in the life of the brain. Each of us has a unique, subjective inner world, one that we can never share directly with anyone else... Zobraziť viac
Our relentless drive to create makes us unique among living creatures. What is special about the human brain that enables us to innovate? Why don't cows choreograph dances? Why don't squirrels build elevators to their treetops? ... Zobraziť viac
