The Precious Present by Spencer Johnson M D
Most of what has been learned about how the brain mediates behavior co mes from experiments of nature where a stroke or other damage to the b rain produces changes in a person's behavior. In Matter of Mind DEGRES, one of the leading figures in behavioral and cognitive neurology uses pati ent vignettes and other examples from his rich professional life to sh ow just how much knowledge about brain functions such as reading, writ ing, language, control of emotions, skilled movement, perception, atte ntion, and motivation has been gained from the study of patients with diseases of or damage to the brain. No knowledge of neurology or neuro science is required to understand the book, which is intended for neur ological patients and their families. It will also be of interest to p rofessionals who study the brain or treat patients with brain damage i ncluding neuropsychologists, neurologists, neuroscientists, psychologi sts, physiatrists, speech pathologists, occupational and physical ther apists, and their students and trainee
Spencer Johnson, M.D., is one of the most respected and beloved authors in the world. He has helped millions of readers discover how to use simple, profound truths that lead to less stress and more success at work and at home.
Inspiring and entertaining people with his insightful stories that speak directly to the heart and soul, he is often referred to as the best there is at taking complex subjects and presenting simple solutions that work. Dr. Johnson is the author or co-author of many New York Times bestsellers, including three #1 titles: Who Moved My Cheese?: An A-Mazing Way to Deal with Change In Your Work and Life; The One Minute Manager(R), the world's most popular management method, co-authored with Kenneth Blanchard; and The Present: The Gift That Makes Your Work And Life Better Each Day! After graduating with a B.A. in psychology from the University of Southern California, Dr. Johnson received his M.D. degree from the Royal College of Surgeons, and completed medical clerkships at the Mayo Clinic and the Harvard Medical School. He served as Director of Communications for Medtronic, the inventors of cardiac pacemakers; Research Physician at The Institute for Inter-Disciplinary Studies; Consultant to The Center for Study of the Person; and most recently Leadership Fellow at the Harvard Business School. His work has captured the attention of major media, including the BBC, CNN, Fortune,
New York Times, Reader's Digest, Today show, Time magazine, and USA Today. Over thirty million copies of Dr. Johnson's books are available in more than forty languages.
Inspiring and entertaining people with his insightful stories that speak directly to the heart and soul, he is often referred to as the best there is at taking complex subjects and presenting simple solutions that work. Dr. Johnson is the author or co-author of many New York Times bestsellers, including three #1 titles: Who Moved My Cheese?: An A-Mazing Way to Deal with Change In Your Work and Life; The One Minute Manager(R), the world's most popular management method, co-authored with Kenneth Blanchard; and The Present: The Gift That Makes Your Work And Life Better Each Day! After graduating with a B.A. in psychology from the University of Southern California, Dr. Johnson received his M.D. degree from the Royal College of Surgeons, and completed medical clerkships at the Mayo Clinic and the Harvard Medical School. He served as Director of Communications for Medtronic, the inventors of cardiac pacemakers; Research Physician at The Institute for Inter-Disciplinary Studies; Consultant to The Center for Study of the Person; and most recently Leadership Fellow at the Harvard Business School. His work has captured the attention of major media, including the BBC, CNN, Fortune,
New York Times, Reader's Digest, Today show, Time magazine, and USA Today. Over thirty million copies of Dr. Johnson's books are available in more than forty languages.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780385192194 |
| ISBN 10 | 0385192193 |
| Title | The Precious Present |
| Author | Spencer Johnson M D |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Doubleday Books |
| Year published | 1984-02-23 |
| Number of pages | 79 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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