Jeffrey M. Schwartz, Sharon Begley: The Mind and the Brain: Neuroplasticity and the Power of Mental Force

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The Mind and the Brain: Neuroplasticity and the Power of Mental Force

A groundbreaking work of science that confirms, for the first time, the independent existence of the mind–and demonstrates the possibilities for human control over the workings of the brain.

Conventional science has long held the position that 'the mind' is merely an illusion, a side effect of electrochemical activity in the physical brain. Now in paperback, Dr Jeffrey... (read more)

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“This is an amazing, probably more so because I had the honor of talking to the author for a few hours; he's a genius. This book argues against the materialist view of the brain, arguing that the brain is the child of the mind. It discusses Schwartz's work with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) patients, and how free will can actually change their brain. In effect, mind over matter. Parts of it are very technical, certainly over my head, but it's a fascinating read and very accessible...”

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