Brain Games

Science confirms the distinction between the biological brain and the conscious mind. Each day, a game of mind versus matter plays out on a field defined by the problems we must solve. Most are routine, and don't demand a more mindful approach. It's when we're faced with more difficult challenges that our thinking becomes vulnerable to brain patterns that can lead us astray.

Kaely Quinn's talents as an FBI behavior analyst are impossible to ignore, no matter how unorthodox her methods. But when a reporter outs her as the daughter of an infamous serial killer, she's demoted to field agent and transferred to St. Louis. When the same reporter who ruined her career claims to have received an anonymous poem predicting a string of murders, ending with Kaely's, the reporter's ulterior motives bring his claim into question. But when a body is found that fits the poem's predictions, the threat is undeniable.

Don't let OCD get the best of you. The "six-moment game" in this powerful workbook can help you manage your worst symptoms—and take back your life. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be insidious. Symptoms such as obsessions and compulsions may interfere with your work life, social life...

Since you have decided to read this book, you are probably a dog owner yourself or you are very interested in these furry four-legged friends. In the first chapter of the book, you will find out exactly what they can do mentally and what impressive things they are capable of. It deals with how dogs interpret human behavior, how they understand words, and you will learn about the episodic memory of dogs. Furthermore, in this book I emphasize how important the individual needs of the four-legged friend are and how to adapt the brain games to these needs.

“An informative and practical guide to all aspects of brain health – A Must Read.” – Next Big Idea Club “Ricker encourages readers to explore freely and follow their curiosity. A blend of science and self-care that dips into topics of contemporary interest” – Maggie Knapp, Library...

Bloomsbury presents Status Games written and read by Loretta Graziano Breuning. Rewire your brain to avoid the trap of comparison and status-seeking to achieve more contentment and satisfaction from life People care about status despite their best intentions because our brains are inherited from...

Brought to you by Penguin. Discover the powerful and practical guide to strengthening your mind for the modern world and thriving in the age of AI, from acclaimed neuroscientist and Sunday Times bestselling author Dr Hannah Critchlow. How do we nurture our brains – and our children’s brains...

Supplementary science audiobooks not only interest and excite young students, but also stimulate their interest in the subject. This exciting audiobook shows you how to have fun with 101 Science Games. There is little doubt that science experiments can be quite interesting and useful in discovering mysteries of nature. In fact, it is science that has led man from the lantern and the bullock-cart age to Electronics and Supersonic Jet age.

Katie Flanagan, Lucy Andia, Isabella Clemente, Keith Evans, Artie Lieberman, and Tony Andia are best friends at Peabody Middle School. Join them as they learn about life and themselves through playing the sports they love!

Brought to you by Penguin. Embattled agent Bernard Samson is used to being passed over for promotion as his younger, more ambitious colleagues - including his own wife Fiona - rise up the ranks of MI6. When a valued agent in East Berlin warns the British of a mole at the heart of the Service...

The revolutionary new book from the international bestselling author of Hunt, Gather, Parent. Why do video games include missions? Why does junk food give us cravings? Because they tap into dopamine, the neurotransmitter that motivates us to want more. Companies and developers use knowledge of...

Featuring a wealth of sample puzzles ranging from simple to extremely challenging, this lively and engaging book brings together many of the most ingenious puzzles ever devised, including the "Hardest Logic Puzzle Ever", metapuzzles, paradoxes, and the logic puzzles in detective stories. 

Get in the game! The research is clear: human beings are born to play. In Game On? Brain On!, Lindsay Portnoy unpacks the games and playful experiences that invite engagement and deep learning. Using cognitive science to explore the ways in which play helps students acquire and maintain critical...

What sets the very best footballers apart from the rest? It’s not about ability but about being able to perform at your peak level consistently. You train your ability regularly, but do you leave your form down to ‘luck’ and simply hope you have a good game? Thanks to developments in our understanding of how the brain works, you can now effectively train to improve your form by conditioning your thoughts and behaviour in all aspects of your life. This engages the parts of the brain that enable you to perform consistently on the football pitch.

An investigation into power, sport and the human brain. A footballer dies of dementia, younger than he should. A 14-year old-rugby player is told to play on through multiple blows. He never wakes up from the last one. A scientist reveals a pattern of brain disease in NFL players and is...

The New York Times bestselling author of The Year of Living Biblically goes on a rollicking journey to understand the enduring power of puzzles: why we love them, what they do to our brains, and how they can improve our world. What makes puzzles—jigsaws, mazes, riddles, sudokus—so satisfying?...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In this completely revised and updated edition, neuropsychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen includes effective "brain prescriptions" that can help heal your brain and change your life. “Perfection in combining leading-edge brain science technology with a proven...

Blind Them…with SCIENCE! How much better would your life be if you had an army of Nobel Laureates, MacArthur ‘geniuses’ and National Medal of Science winners whispering tips in your ear about your body language, or how to resist that impulse purchase you’ll regret tomorrow, or when to...

Transform screen time into brain-building fun with interactive audio puzzles that teach kids critical thinking skills. Perfect for school commutes or quiet afternoons, this playful adventure invites young listeners to become curious detectives of their everyday world. Instead of boring school...

Transform frustrating homework struggles into joyful wins using proven child development and brain training methods. Whether you are navigating stressful spelling tests or looking for calm, encouraging ways to boost focus during your evening routine, these practical techniques actually work...