Explores how ordinary people are utilizing their brain plasticity to create lasting and astonishing changes. From aging to recovery from injury, the frontiers of neuroscience research are proving that our own neuroplasticity holds the key to previously unimaginable and incredible transformations.

This book provides medical information for older adults and their caregivers. People are living longer. According to the National Institute on Aging, the average life expectancy in 1970 was 70.8 years; in 2000, it was 76.9 years. By 2030, it is estimated there may be 10 million people age 85 and older. Views on aging are also changing. Aging no longer necessarily means physical decline and illness. In the last two decades, the rate of disability among...

"Embracing Age: How Catholic Nuns Became Models of Aging Well examines a community of individuals whose aging trajectories contrast mainstream American experiences. In mainstream American society, aging is presented as a "problem," a state to be avoided as long as possible, a state that threatens one's ability to maintain independence, autonomy, control over one's surroundings. Aging "well" (or avoiding aging) has become a 21st century American preoccupation....

From one of the world's leading experts on health and skin care - a revolutionary guide that will help you look and feel ten years younger. He has been called one of the "Best Forward-Thinking Doctors" (Vogue magazine) and acclaimed as a "Beauty Genius" (Elle magazine). Howard Murad, M.D., FAAD is one today's foremost authorities on health and skincare, and his philosophies have helped men and women around the world look and feel as young and healthy...

Readers will improve their physical, mental, and emotional health, allowing them to age gracefully and with vitality. By following the evidence-based methods presented in this book, readers will discover the power of renewing their bodies, minds, and spirits and have the opportunity to live a life of greater joy and wellbeing.