Gary Small

“Stories of human behavior at its most extreme….With humor, compassion, empathy, and insight, Small searches for and finds the humanity that lies hidden under even the most bizarre symptoms.”
—Daniel H. Pink, author of Drive and A Whole New Mind

A psychiatrist’s stories of his most bizarre cases, The Naked Lady Who Stood on Her Head by Gary Small, M.D., and Gigi Vorgan—co-authors

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Small and Vorgan offer practical strategies for preventing mental decline and improving brain function. They cover such topics as cognitive exercises, stress reduction, nutrition, exercise, and social stimulation. In only two weeks, you can form new habits that will bolster your cognitive abilities and help stave off-- or even reserve-- brain aging.--

"Alzheimer's Disease and related dementia illnesses are among the most frightening diagnoses in the US, affecting nearly six million adult Americans. This accessible guide starts with providing readers with an overview of Alzheimer's Disease and dementia: what it is, who gets it, how to recognize it, major causes (genetics, environment, etc.). As bestselling author of The Memory Bible and The Memory Prescription, as well as Director of the UCLA Longevity...

Aging expert Dr. Small show us how to live longer, stronger, better lives by following simple guidelines such as a positive attitude, gratifying relationships, and lifelong education. Comprised of advice on memory fitness, healthy diet, physical conditioning, and stress reduction, this book follows the stories of four typical readers in different stages of their lives, and how those lives are improved with Dr. Small's plans.--From publisher description....