Reclaim your focus in 48 hours or less. Do you keep procrastinating? Do you feel restless and unable to focus on your work? Do you have trouble getting excited about major goals?If so, you might need a dopamine detox.In today’s world where distractions are everywhere, the ability to focus has become more and more difficult to achieve. We are constantly being stimulated, feeling restless, often without knowing why.When the time comes to work, we suddenly find an excess of other things to do. Instead of working toward our goals, we go for a walk, grab a coffee, or check our emails. Everything seems like a great idea—everything except the very things we should be doing.Do you recognize yourself in the above situation?If so, don’t worry. You’re simply overstimulated.Dopamine Detox will help you lower your level of stimulation and regain focus in 48 hours or less,so that you can tackle your key tasks.More specifically, in Dopamine Detox you’ll discover:what dopamine is and how it works.the main benefits of completing a dopamine detox.3 simple steps to implement a successful detox in the next 48 hours.practical exercises to eliminate distractions and boost your focus.simple tools and techniques to avoid overstimulation and help you stay focused, and much more.Dopamine Detox is your must-read, must-follow guide to help you remove distractions so you can finally work on your goals with ease. If you like easy-to-understand strategies, practical exercises, and no-nonsense teaching, you will love this book. Read more

Finally Let Go of Your Negative Thoughts and Enjoy the Emotional Freedom You Deserve!Are you struggling with anger, regrets, and resentment? Do you feel emotionally exhausted, stressed, and discouraged by painful memories? Are you holding on to things that are making you feel miserable?If so, THE ART OF LETTING GO is for you.Imagine being able to let go of the emotional turmoil that's burdening you. Imagine being able to finally release the negative thoughts and painful memories that are weighing you down.THE ART OF LETTING GO gives you a complete toolkit that you can use to overcome the emotional anguish that's ruining your quality of life.You'll learn numerous strategies you can employ to reverse years of negative mental conditioning. You'll discover how to retrain your brain and jettison crippling thought patterns.You'll receive all of the tools you need to finally let go of the emotional anchors that are preventing you from enjoying life to its fullest.In THE ART OF LETTING GO, you'll discover:the 20 most common things people hold on to (and endure misery as a result)why it's so difficult to let go of negative thoughts and painful memorieshow to revoke your inner critic's privileges and silence its hurtful voicewhy we idealize the past and how doing so pushes us to cling to emotional pain in the present (and a technique for short circuiting this process)how trying to make yourself happy is actually causing you to feel unhappyone of the most powerful and simplest ways to let things go (and you can use it immediately!)PLUS, BONUS MATERIAL: in addition to 21 strategies you can use to confront and finally let go of your negative thoughts and emotions, you'll also receive 3 BONUS strategies. Few people talk about these 3 tactics, but they work wonders.Moreover, each strategy comes with an exercise designed to give you an opportunity to put it to immediate use.If you're tired of feeling burdened by painful memories, bitterness, regret, shame, and other debilitating emotions, it's time to make a positive, rewarding change. Grab your copy of THE ART OF LETTING GO today and finally experience the emotional freedom you deserve.Scroll to the top of the page and click the "BUY NOW" button! Read more

Discover the power of 'mindsight' and harness the healing potential of empathy 'A mind-blowing book that will change the way you think about the way you think.' Arianna Huffington, Editor-in-Chief of the Huffington Post Daniel Siegel coined the term 'mindsight' to describe the innovative integration of brain science with the practice of psychotherapy. Using interactive examples and case histories from his clinical practice, Dr Siegel shows how mindsight can be applied to alleviate a range of psychological and interpersonal problems. With warmth and humour, he shows us how to observe the working of our minds, allowing us to understand why we think, feel, and act the way we do, and how, by following the proper steps, we can literally change the wiring and architecture of our brains. Read more

'Astonishing ... an amazing book ... absolutely chocker full of things that we need to know' Chris Evans'Matthew Walker is probably one of the most influential people on the planet' Evening StandardTHE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERTLS, OBSERVER, SUNDAY TIMES, FT, GUARDIAN, DAILY MAIL AND EVENING STANDARD BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2017Sleep is one of the most important aspects of our life, health and longevity and yet it is increasingly neglected in twenty-first-century society, with devastating consequences: every major disease in the developed world - Alzheimer's, cancer, obesity, diabetes - has very strong causal links to deficient sleep.In this book, the first of its kind written by a scientific expert, Professor Matthew Walker explores twenty years of cutting-edge research to solve the mystery of why sleep matters. Looking at creatures from across the animal kingdom as well as major human studies, Why We Sleep delves into everything from what really happens during REM sleep to how caffeine and alcohol affect sleep and why our sleep patterns change across a lifetime, transforming our appreciation of the extraordinary phenomenon that safeguards our existence.'Startling, vital ... a life-raft' Guardian'A top sleep scientist argues that sleep is more important for our health than diet or exercise' The Times'Passionate, urgent . . . it had a powerful effect on me' Observer Read more

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2016 BMA MEDICAL BOOK AWARDS One of the world's leading neurologists reveals the extraordinary stories behind some of the brain disorders that he and his staff at the Harvard Medical School endeavour to treat.What is it like to try to heal the body when the mind is under attack? In this gripping and illuminating book, Dr Allan Ropper reveals the extraordinary stories behind some of the life-altering afflictions that he and his staff are confronted with at the Neurology Unit of Harvard's Brigham and Women's Hospital. Like Alice in Wonderland, Dr Ropper inhabits a place where absurdities abound: a sportsman who starts spouting gibberish; an undergraduate who suddenly becomes psychotic; a mother who has to decide whether a life locked inside her own head is worth living. How does one begin to treat such cases, to counsel people whose lives may be changed forever? Dr Ropper answers these questions by taking the reader into a world where lives and minds hang in the balance. Read more

This collection from Grapevine Press brings together the key writings of Carl Jung, the influential Swiss psychiatrist whose theories continue to shape modern psychology. Explore Jung’s foundational concepts of personality, archetypes, and the unconscious, gaining profound insights into the nature of human thought and behavior. Psychological TypesIntroduces Jung’s influential concepts of introversion and extroversion.Outlines the four primary functions of consciousness (thinking, feeling, sensation, intuition).Offers a framework that underpins many modern personality assessments.Highlights how individual differences shape our perceptions and actions.Psychiatric StudiesShowcases Jung’s early clinical observations and case reports.Illustrates his evolving approach to diagnosing and treating mental disorders.Reveals the roots of analytical psychology’s focus on unconscious processes.Provides context for Jung’s later, more expansive theoretical works.Essays on Analytical PsychologyDelves into the concepts of the collective unconscious and archetypal imagery.Examines the process of individuation as central to personal development.Explores dream analysis as a window into deeper psychic structures.Emphasizes the role of symbolism in understanding human behavior and culture.Additional WritingsEncompasses a range of lectures, letters, and lesser-known publications.Addresses spiritual, alchemical, and mythological dimensions of the psyche.Offers broader perspectives on philosophy, religion, and art in Jung’s work.Provides valuable context for comprehending Jung’s holistic view of humanity. Read more

A GUARDIAN, ECONOMIST, NEW STATESMAN, FINANCIAL TIMES AND BLOOMBERG BOOK OF THE YEAR 'I loved it.' MICHAEL POLLAN 'Fascinating.' FINANCIAL TIMES'Awe-inspring.' NEW STATESMAN 'Brilliant.' CLAIRE TOMALIN, NEW YORK TIMES'A brilliant beast of a book.' DAVID BYRNE'Hugely important.' JIM AL-KHALILI'Gripping.' ALEX GARLAND 'Masterly . . . Vast-ranging, phenomenal.' GAIA VINCE, GUARDIAN Anil Seth's radical new theory of consciousness challenges our understanding of perception and reality, doing for brain science what Dawkins did for evolutionary biology.Being You is not as simple as it sounds. Somehow, within each of our brains, billions of neurons work to create our conscious experience. How does this happen? Why do we experience life in the first person? After over twenty years researching the brain, world-renowned neuroscientist Anil Seth puts forward a radical new theory of consciousness and self. His unique theory of what it means to 'be you' challenges our understanding of perception and reality and it turns what you thought you knew about yourself on its head. 'Seth thinks clearly and sharply on one of the hardest problems of science and philosophy, cutting through weeds with a scientist's mind and a storyteller's skill.'ADAM RUTHERFORD 'A page-turner and a mind-blower . . . Beautifully written, crystal clear, deeply insightful.' DAVID EAGLEMAN 'If you read one book about conciousness, it must be Seth's.JULIAN BAGGINI, WALL STREET JOURNAL Read more

The Book That Puts Words to What You Have Always FeltYou have always known you were different. You have spent years masking, pushing yourself to fit in, wondering why things that seem effortless for others take so much out of you. Maybe you have heard the words high-functioning, quirky, or too sensitive. Maybe you have been called intelligent but lazy, creative but inconsistent, capable but unreliableMaybe you were never given the full picture of who you are.For many, discovering AuDHD (Autism and ADHD) feels like a missing puzzle piece finally clicking into place. But what comes next? Understanding yourself fully—beyond clinical checklists and surface-level traits. This book is the guide to the lived experience of AuDHD, validating the struggles, explaining the contradictions, and helping you see yourself clearly—perhaps for the first time.Do you struggle with time blindness, executive dysfunction, and productivity?Do you feel misunderstood in social settings, even when you are trying your best?Do you experience burnout, overwhelm, and the need to withdraw but find it hard to explain why?Have you spent years masking without realising it, trying to meet expectations that never felt natural?You are not alone. And you are not broken.This is not a self-help book. It is a self-recognition book.A deep dive into AuDHD traits beyond stereotypes and surface-level explanationsAn exploration of the emotional, sensory, and cognitive experiences unique to AuDHDersThe impact of masking, burnout, and societal expectations and how to reclaim your energyA neuroaffirming perspective that prioritises self-awareness over fixingIf you have been searching for the words to describe your experience, this book may be the reflection you need. Read more

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'I will recommend to everyone' Alastair Campbell'There are lots of moments when you can’t help but have a shudder through the spine . . . a really novel, interesting book.' Lewis Goodall, The News Agents podcast **************************************************************A groundbreaking narrative history of the motivations and mentalities behind the Nazis and their supporters, from the bestselling author of THE HOLOCAUST and President Zelenskyy’s most-read book, HITLER AND STALIN. How could the Nazis have committed the crimes they did? Why did commandants of concentration and death camps willingly – often enthusiastically – oversee mass murder? How could ordinary Germans have tolerated the removal of the Jews? In THE NAZI MIND, bestselling author Laurence Rees combines history and the latest research in psychology to help answer some of the most perplexing questions surrounding the Second World War and the Holocaust.Ultimately, he delves into the darkness to explain how and why these people were capable of committing the worst crime in the history of the world. Rees traces the rise and eventual fall of the Nazis through the lens of ‘twelve warnings’ – from talk about ‘them’ and ‘us’ to the escalation of racism – whilst also highlighting signs to look out for in present day leaders.Rees uses previously unpublished testimony from former Nazis and those who grew up in the Nazi system, and in-depth psychological insights including cutting edge work on obedience, authority and the brain. THE NAZI MIND is a revelatory new way of understanding how so many people committed the most appalling crime of the 20th century.**************************************************************'A brilliant piece of work: learned, compelling and frankly terrifying' James Holland, Daily Telegraph'You know when a book reaches parts that other books cannot reach . . . extraordinary' James O'Brien'This disturbing book is timely, relevant and important' Sir Ian Kershaw Read more

YOUR VERY OWN NEURO-TOOLKIT FOR A GOOD LIFE. CHANGE YOUR MIND TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE. Discover the neuroscience of a better you in this revolutionary book from neuroscientist and online sensation Nicole Vignola that teaches you how to rewire your brain to achieve peak mental wellbeing.'Nicole Vignola is full of brain health tips, hacks and tools and is so good at taking complex neuroscience and making it make sense to the everyday person' Dr Alex George‘Rewiring your thoughts and attitude truly has the capacity to change your life - and the science agrees. A powerful read’ Roxie Nafousi, Sunday Times bestselling author of Manifest----Are you stuck in a self-sabotaging habit? Do you fixate on a particular story about yourself that you wish you could change? Are negative beliefs holding you back from reaching your fullest potential? Do you sometimes feel like it’s just too hard, or too late, to change?If any of this sounds familiar, don’t worry – it’s not you, it’s your brain.Rewire is your personal guide to:· Understanding the neuroscience of your behaviour· Why you are subconsciously programmed to repeat certain habits· How you can change or boost any type of behaviourIn clear language, Nicole demystifies:· The science of breaking bad habits and how to make good ones· The principles of neuroplasticity· Neurohack methods for changing behavioural patternsNicole helps you to see yourself in a different way and control how you react to any life situation, from overcoming negative, limiting beliefs to managing stress and achieving peak mental wellbeing.We all have habits and behaviours that hold us back from reaching our fullest potential. Rewire will help you see that you are not stuck and show you how to rewrite your story. Read more

A pioneering exploration of the differences between the brain’s right and left hemispheres and their effects on society, history, and culture—"one of the few contemporary works deserving classic status” (Nicholas Shakespeare, The Times, London)“Persuasively argues that our society is suffering from the consequences of an over-dominant left hemisphere losing touch with its natural regulative ‘master’ the right. Brilliant and disturbing.”—Salley Vickers, a Guardian Best Book of the Year"I know of no better exposition of the current state of functional brain neuroscience.”—W. F. Bynum, TLSWhy is the brain divided? The difference between right and left hemispheres has been puzzled over for centuries. Drawing upon a vast body of brain research, the renowned psychiatrist, author, and thinker Iain McGilchrist reveals that the difference between the two sides is profound—two whole, coherent, but incompatible ways of experiencing the world. The detail-oriented left hemisphere prefers mechanisms to living things and is inclined to self-interest, while the right hemisphere has greater breadth, flexibility, and generosity.In the second part of his book, McGilchrist takes the reader on a journey through the history of Western culture, illustrating the tension between these two worlds as revealed in the thought and belief of thinkers and artists from the ancient to the modern, from Aeschylus to Magritte. He ultimately argues that, despite its inferior grasp of reality, the left hemisphere is increasingly taking precedence in today’s world—with potentially disastrous consequences. Read more

“An animated introduction to the neuroscience of sensory perception” informed by the latest research on topics from music to brain injuries to synesthesia (Kirkus Reviews).In recent years neuroscience has uncovered a wealth of new information about our senses and how they serve as our gateway to the world. This splendidly accessible book explores the most intriguing findings of this research. With infectious enthusiasm, Rob DeSalle illuminates not only how we see, hear, smell, touch, taste, maintain balance, feel pain, and rely on other less familiar senses, but also how these senses shape our perception of the world aesthetically, artistically, and musically.DeSalle first examines the question of how perception and consciousness are formed in the brain, setting human senses in an evolutionary context. He then investigates such varied themes as supersenses and diminished senses, synesthesia and other cross-sensory phenomena, hemispheric specialization, diseases, anomalies induced by brain injuries, and hallucinations. Focusing on what is revealed about our senses through the extraordinary, he provides unparalleled insights into the unique wonders of the human brain.“In the laboratory sensory science is serious business. But in the capable hands of Rob DeSalle it becomes fun and compelling for the general reader, and is made all the more accessible by Patricia Wynne’s delightful illustrations.” —Ian Tattersall, author of The Strange Case of the Rickety Cossack and Other Cautionary Tales from Human Evolution Read more

WINNER OF THE 2016 PROSE AWARD IN PSYCHOLOGYThrough the vivid, true stories of five people who journeyed into and out of addiction, a renowned neuroscientist explains why the 'disease model' of addiction is wrong, and illuminates the path to recovery.The psychiatric establishment and rehab industry in the Western world have branded addiction a brain disease, based on evidence that brains change with drug use. But in The Biology of Desire, cognitive neuroscientist and former addict Marc Lewis makes a convincing case that addiction is not a disease, and shows why the disease model has become an obstacle to healing. Lewis reveals addiction as an unintended consequence of the brain doing what it's supposed to do — seek pleasure and relief — in a world that's not cooperating. Brains are designed to restructure themselves with normal learning and development, but this process is accelerated in addiction when highly attractive rewards are pursued repeatedly. Lewis shows why treatment based on the disease model so often fails, and how treatment can be retooled to achieve lasting recovery, given the realities of brain plasticity. Combining intimate human stories with clearly rendered scientific explanation, The Biology of Desire is enlightening and optimistic reading for anyone who has wrestled with addiction either personally or professionally. PRAISE FOR MARC LEWIS‘[L]ooks at how addiction and brain science collide, and how understanding our brains can help addicts get out of the abyss … [A] very readable, often touching, gateway into the universe of neuroscience and the shadowland of addiction.’ The Sydney Morning Herald‘The most important study of addiction to be published for many years.’ The Spectator Read more

Cutting-edge strategies for interrupting your body’s stress response, becoming stress-resilient, and achieving lasting calm in the face of chaos. Does it feel like you’re always on high alert—fighting, fleeing, or flailing your way through daily life? You’re far from alone. Stress has reached epidemic levels in our society, and can wreak havoc on both our physical and mental health—leading to anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance abuse. Your body was designed to cope with stress, but too much for too long overrides your built-in capacity to recover and restore. So, how can you transform the way you respond to and manage stress? The Polyvagal Solution provides a clear path to becoming stress-resilient in the face of daily chaos. Based in the neuroscience of polyvagal theory, this breakthrough guide will introduce you to your vagus nerve—the conductor of your emotions that’s running the show when everything just feels like too much. By stimulating the vagus nerve, you can interrupt your body’s stress response and achieve lasting calm. In addition to exercising your nervous system, you’ll find go-to skills to reduce overwhelm and feel better in the moment, and even develop your own stress management tool kit. You’ll also discover techniques to regulate, soothe, and quiet your embattled nerves, so you can recharge and start living a more fulfilling life. If you’ve had enough of being hijacked by stress, and your health and happiness being held hostage by fear and anxiety, it might be time to rewire your nervous system to find balance, build resilience, and discover true inner peace. This book can help you get started right now. Note: The guided meditations associated with this book will be available by its publication on May 1. Read more

Change your brain, change your life with this essential classic from New York Times bestselling author, Rick Hanson—now celebrating 15 years in print with more than 500,000 copies sold! Great teachers like the Buddha, Jesus, Moses, Mohammed, and Gandhi were all born with brains built essentially like anyone else’s—and then they changed their brains in ways that changed the world. Neuroscience now reveals how the flow of thoughts actually sculpt the brain, and more and more, we are learning that it’s possible to strengthen positive brain states. By combining breakthroughs in science with insights from thousands of years of mindfulness practice, you too can shape your own “Buddha’s Brain” for greater happiness, love, and wisdom. Buddha’s Brain draws on evidence-based neuroscience to show you how to stimulate your brain for more fulfilling relationships, a deeper spiritual life, and a greater sense of inner confidence and self-worth. Using guided meditations and mindfulness exercises, you’ll learn how to activate the brain states of calm, joy, and compassion instead of worry, sorrow, and anger. Most importantly, you will foster positive psychological growth that will literally change the way you live in your day-to-day life. This book provides an essential intersection of psychology, neurology, and contemplative practice, and is filled with practical tools and skills that you can use every day to tap into the unused potential of your brain and rewire it over time for greater well-being. Read more

Unlock The Secrets To Deep Inner Healing And Transform Your Life Through Powerful Exercises and Journaling Prompts Designed to Integrate Your Shadow and Heal Past Traumas.Bonus: Plus, 10 Insightful + Advanced Strategies To Inner Healing – FREE with your purchase! ✨Feeling stuck in persistent patterns of self-sabotage and emotional turmoil?You are not alone. Many of us struggle to manage parts of ourselves (shadow) that can sabotage our happiness and well-being.We are so afraid of our shadows that we tend to repress them instead of acknowledging them.This shouldn't be the case.The Journal of Clinical Psychology found that individuals who engaged in shadow work experienced a 35% decrease in depressive symptoms and a 28% reduction in anxiety levels.But let's face it, shadow work isn't always easy. It can be a messy, confronting process, and sometimes it feels like you're taking two steps back for every step forward.The resistance can be strong, the emotions overwhelming.This workbook, "The Only Shadow Work Workbook You Need" is not just another self-help book.Crafted specifically for beginners, it's your step-by-step and accessible roadmap to navigate the challenges of your inner self.This comprehensive guide will equip you with the practical tools and journaling prompts to unlock and truly understand the shadow work process, leading you to a more authentic life.Inside you will discover:Shadow Work Demystified: Understand the fundamental principles of shadow work and how you can utilize it for personal transformation.8 Practical Steps To Meeting Your Inner Child: Discover the connection between shadow work and healing childhood wounds for lasting emotional well-being.Journey into Your Subconscious: Explore different facets of your subconscious mind, from journaling and mindfulness to meditation and inner child work.Confront Your Past with Courage: Discover the 4 step process to overcoming trauma and integrate difficult experiences for true healing.Build Lasting Motivation: Discover effective and proven strategies to stay inspired and committed to your transformative journey.Integrate Shadow Work into Daily Life: Discover how to apply shadow work principles to your relationships, personal growth, and overall well-being.33+ Targeted Exercises and Insightful Journal Prompts That Will Help You Embark On a Transformative Journey to Inner HealingAnd much more...With your purchase, you’ll also receive these EXCLUSIVE bonuses:Guided Meditation for Shadow Work: A gentle journey into the depths of your subconscious to meet and embrace your shadow.15 Guided Visualizations to Reprogram Your Subconscious: Harness the power of imagery to create lasting change and transformation.Guided Meditation for Shadow Work: A step-by-step guide to connect with your shadow self.10 Daily Exercises & Strategies for Shadow Work: Practical exercises and strategies that you can incorporate into your daily routine to engage in shadow work.Essential Habit Checklist: Track your progress and stay committed to your shadow work practice.Creative Expression Prompts: Unleash your creativity to explore and express your shadow self.333 Daily Affirmations for Shadow Work: Nurture self-love, acceptance, and integration through powerful affirmations.With this workbook as your trusted guide, you'll embark on a profound journey of self-discovery, increased self-awareness, and emotional healing.Grab your copy of "The Only Shadow Work Workbook You Need" and embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and healing. Read more

While in grad school in the early 1990s, Chris Niebauer began to notice striking parallels between the latest discoveries in psychology, neuroscience, and the teachings of Buddhism, Taoism, and other schools of Eastern thought. When he presented his findings to a professor, his ideas were quickly dismissed as “pure coincidence, nothing more.” Fast-forward 20 years later and Niebauer is a PhD and a tenured professor, and the Buddhist-neuroscience connection he found as a student is practically its own genre in the bookstore. But according to Niebauer, we are just beginning to understand the link between Eastern philosophy and the latest findings in psychology and neuroscience and what these assimilated ideas mean for the human experience. In this groundbreaking book, Niebauer writes that the latest research in neuropsychology is now confirming a fundamental tenet of Buddhism, what is called Anatta, or the doctrine of “no self.” Niebauer writes that our sense of self, or what we commonly refer to as the ego, is an illusion created entirely by the left side of the brain. Niebauer is quick to point out that this doesn't mean that the self doesn't exist but rather that it does so in the same way that a mirage in the middle of the desert exists, as a thought rather than a thing. His conclusions have significant ramifications for much of modern psychological modalities, which he says are spending much of their time trying to fix something that isn’t there. What makes this book unique is that Niebauer offers a series of exercises to allow the reader to experience this truth for him- or herself, as well as additional tools and practices to use after reading the book, all of which are designed to change the way we experience the world—a way that is based on being rather than thinking. Read more

Learn how to overcome procrastination in 7 days or less Do you keep putting things off to a tomorrow that never arrives? Do you tackle unimportant tasks first to avoid working on your most challenging ones?If so, Immediate Action is for you.Even the most productive people procrastinate. We all do it, but if you find yourself procrastinating more than is good for you, it might be time to do something about it.In this short practical guide, you’ll discover how to deal with procrastination more effectively—and in just seven days.More specifically, you’ll learn how to:pinpoint the precise reasons you procrastinate (it’s not always what you think)develop a simple action plan to overcome your natural tendency to procrastinatedeclutter your mind so that you can build momentum and move towards your goals with easeeliminate distractions and build laser-sharp focus, and much more.Each day you’ll be provided with simple exercises to help you understand procrastination better and overcome it. At the end of the seven days, you’ll be equipped with a simple yet effective system to help you complete your most important tasks.So, are you ready to let go of procrastination and move toward your goals? If you like easy-to-understand strategies, practical exercises, and no-nonsense teaching, you will love this book. Read more

'Ayelet Waldman is fearless' - Rebecca Solnit'Genuinely brave and human' - The New York Times'Wildly brilliant' - ElleThe true story of how a renowned writer's struggle with mood storms led her to try a remedy as drastic as it is forbidden: microdoses of LSD. Her fascinating journey provides a window into one family and the complex world of a once-infamous drug seen through new eyes.When a small vial arrives in her mailbox from 'Lewis Carroll,' Ayelet Waldman is at a low point. Her mood storms have become intolerably severe; she has tried nearly every medication possible; her husband and children are suffering with her. So she opens the vial, places two drops on her tongue, and joins the ranks of an underground but increasingly vocal group of scientists and civilians successfully using therapeutic microdoses of LSD. As Waldman charts her experience over the course of a month - bursts of productivity, sleepless nights, a newfound sense of equanimity - she also explores the history and mythology of LSD, the cutting-edge research into the drug, and the byzantine policies that control it. Drawing on her experience as a federal public defender, and as the mother of teenagers, and her research into the therapeutic value of psychedelics, Waldman has produced a book that is eye-opening, often hilarious, and utterly enthralling. Read more

"This is the most considered, thorough and accurate account of internet porn addiction that exists at the time of writing." Professor Anthony Jack, from the foreword.When high speed internet became widely available a few years ago, growing numbers of people began to worry that their porn use was running out of control. Far from preparing them for fulfilling relationships, viewing an endless stream of porn videos led to unexpected symptoms. Perhaps most surprisingly, for the first time in history erectile dysfunction was becoming a significant problem for young men. This led to one of the largest informal experiments in the history of science. Tens of thousands of people have tried abstaining from sexually stimulating material in a process they call ‘rebooting’. Many of them reported startling changes, from improved concentration and elevated mood to a greater capacity for real-life intimacy.Gary Wilson has listened to the stories of those who have tried giving up internet porn and related them to an account of how the reward system of the brain interacts with its environment. And now a growing body of research in neuroscience is confirming what these pioneers have discovered for themselves - internet pornography can be seriously addictive and damaging.In Your Brain on Porn Wilson provides a concise introduction to the phenomenon of internet porn addiction that draws on both first-person accounts and the findings of cognitive neuroscience. In a voice that is generous and humane, he also offers advice for those who want to stop using internet pornography.The publication of Your Brain on Porn is a landmark in our attempts to understand, and remain balanced in, a world where addiction is big business.Gary Wilson is the presenter of the popular TEDx talk ‘The Great Porn Experiment’ and hosts the website ‘Your Brain On Porn’, which was created for those seeking to understand and reverse compulsive porn. He taught anatomy and physiology for years and has long been interested in the neurochemistry of addiction, mating and bonding.Anthony Jack is Professor of Philosophy, Psychology, Neurology and Neuroscience and Research Director of the Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence at Case Western Reserve University."In Your Brain on Porn Gary Wilson sets out to explain how abundant free pornography is causing serious problems for thousands of, mostly young, people. As well as providing a survey of the science of addiction for general readers, Your Brain on Porn gives guidance on how to break out of addictive porn use. Porn addiction is an important phenomenon and in Your Brain on Porn Wilson gives us valuable resources for understanding and addressing it." Dr Nicole Oei PhD, Addiction, Development and Psychopathology (Adapt) Lab, Department of Psychology, University of Amsterdam"In this important book, Gary Wilson correctly identifies the obsession with pornography as a fetish - using an inanimate object for sexual arousal/gratification - and discusses the biopsychosocial consequences that often result from compulsive use of pornography for sexual arousal. The book describes many examples of the "rebooting" process that is necessary for sexual functioning to heal. He also explains the changes in brain physiology when sexual addiction hijacks normal sexual behavior - including why recovery takes time." Reid Finlayson, MD, Medical Director, Vanderbilt Comprehensive Assessment Program, Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry"As is the case so often with new phenomena, science lags behind lived experience. Gary Wilson brings the two together powerfully as he explores the addiction that dare not speak its name. This book crackles with energy, urgency and humour. It offers up the hope of recovery to those struggling with internet porn addiction and it does so with compassion and informed authority." Dr David McCartney, Primary Care Addiction Specialist Read more