Book Recommendation:
The Brain that Changes Itself by Norman Doidge
This is a great book that helps one more concretely understand neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to build new pathways. Scientist for some time have understood that the brain functioned through localization, that is that particular specific sites of the brain managed specific tasks (such as comprehending language).
While different parts of the brain specialize, the brain has an inborn capacity to forge new pathways when need (such as after a brain injury). This book is a great laymen's introduction to the way clinicians are utilizing neuroplasticity to improve human performance.
The author of the book, Dr Norman Doidge, is a Columbia University Neurologist and Psychiatrist. He goes on a fascinating journey exploring the brain. A great read.
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