Binding: Paperback
Description: A powerful and inspiring examination of the connection between the potential for great talent and conditions commonly thought to be disabilities revealing how the source of our struggles can be the origin of our greatest strengths. In The Power of Different psychiatrist and bestselling author Gail Saltz examines the latest scientific discoveries profiles famous geniuses who have been diagnosed with all manner of brain problems including learning disabilities ADD anxiety depression bipolar disorder schizophrenia and autism. Saltz shows how the very conditions that cause people to experience difficulty at school in social situations at home or at work are inextricably bound to creative disciplinary artistic empathetic and cognitive abilities. Interweaving robust scientific research and captivating anecdotes from notable geniuses you will see how brain differences have been instrumental in shaping some of the world's most creative minds. Discover how everyone can not only cope with these conditions but thrive because of them. The Power of Different is a life - affirming read that illuminates the transformative power of cognitive diversity representing a milestone in the intersecting frontiers of cognitive neuroscience neuropsychology and self - help psychology.
Title: The Power Of Different The Link Between Disorder And Genius
Author(s): Gail Saltz M. D.
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Barcode: 9781250060044
Pages: 256 Pages
Language: English
Publication Date: 3/6/2018
Category: Child Care & Upbringing