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Memory fitness : a guide for successful aging /

The latest scientific information on aging and memory, along with expert advice for middle-aged and older adults concerned about memory problems. Do all adults experience memory difficulties as they age? What is the difference between normal memory change and the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Einstein, Gilles O., 1950-
Otros Autores: McDaniel, Mark A.
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New Haven [Conn.] : Yale University Press, ©2004.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Thanks for the memories: aging and remembering
  • Overview of memory systems and processes: the effects of aging
  • Forgetting and distorting are normal--at all ages!
  • Working memory and avoiding distractions: the right time for the right task
  • Most memories are there: the trick is finding them
  • How to learn and remember complex material: articles, lectures, and textbooks
  • Remembering tough things
  • Remembering to remember: medications, appointments, things to pack
  • Mental exercise and memory: use it or lose it
  • Physical exercise and memory: not exercising is risky behavior
  • Effects of stress, depression, illness, and medications on memory
  • Enhancing memory with nutritional supplements and vitamins
  • Alzheimer's disease: the signals and what you can do about it.