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Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School
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Medina suggests that human brains have not evolved to handle the spectrum of stress that permeates contemporary life. How can individuals cope with and alleviate stress? How can neuroscience contribute to improved mental health and well-being?
How can a person incorporate simple habits into a daily routine to improve cognitive functioning? What are other habits that are backed by brain research?
What necessities drove the evolution of the human brain? What current necessities might contribute to future cognitive evolution?
How does evolution contribute to the brain’s remarkable ability to face modern challenges? How does evolution limit the capacity to face modern challenges?
In what ways does Medina’s work align with his religious beliefs? How might his work be influenced by his beliefs or vice versa?
Consider Medina’s suggestions for a cognitively sustainable educational experience. How can schools adapt to align with Medina’s brain rules?
How has Medina’s work impacted work and educational fields since its publication?
What is a rule that could be added to Medina’s brain rules? What research supports it?
Compare Brain Rules to Medina’s works for children and aging adults. How do the rules change over a person’s life? If you synthesize these works to three important rules for one’s entire life, what would those rules be?
How does the brain evolve over the course of one’s life? How can one capitalize on brain functioning at the various stages of developing and aging?
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