Daniel Amen Books

Captain Snout and the Super Power Questions, written by ten-time New York Times bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen, is a playful and humorous story that empowers children and shows them how to get rid of their automatic negative thoughts.

If you want to feel happier, more optimistic, more joyful, and resilient, Dr. Amen's groundbreaking new book is for you. We've all felt anxious, sad, traumatized, grief-stricken, stressed, angry, or hopeless at some point in life. It's perfectly normal to go through emotional crises or have periods when you feel panicked or out of sorts. It is how you respond to these challenges that will make all the difference in how you feel--not just immediately, but also in the long run. Unfortunately, many people turn to self-medicating behaviors, such as overeating, drugs, alcohol, risky sexual behavior, anger, or wasting time on mindless TV, video games, Internet surfing, or shopping. And even though these behaviors may give temporary relief from feeling bad, they usually only prolong and exacerbate the problems--or cause other, more serious ones. Is it possible to feel better--and make it last? Renowned physician, psychiatrist, brain-imaging researcher, and founder of Amen Clinics Dr. Daniel Amen understands how critical it is for you to know what will help you feel better fast, now and later. In Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, you'll discover new, powerful brain-based strategies to quickly gain control over anxiety, worry, sadness, stress and anger, strengthening your resilience and giving you joy and purpose for a lifetime.

"In this completely revised and updated edition of the breakthrough bestseller, you'll see scientific evidence that your anxiety, depression, anger, obsessiveness, or impulsiveness could be related to how specific structures in your brain work. You're not stuck with the brain you're born with. Renowned neuropsychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen includes cutting-edge reseach and the latest surprising, effective "brain prescriptions" that can help heal your brain and change your life: To quell anxiety and panic: Use simple breathing techniques to immediately calm inner turmoil To fight depression: Learn how to kill ANTs (automatic negative thoughts) To curb anger: Follow the Amen anti-anger diet and learn the nutrients that calm rage To conquer impulsiveness and learn to focus: Develop total focus with the One-Page Miracle To stop obsessive worrying: Follow the "get unstuck" writing exercise and learn other problem-solving exercises"--

You can overcome worry and anxiety today. It is possible to feel better fast--and to make it last. Many people, mental health professionals included, think therapy needs to be long, hard, and painful--a lifelong commitment. And while some people will need help longer than others, it is often possible for people to start feeling better right now. If you engage in the right behaviors and strategies, you'll optimize your brain health--and see the benefits in your everyday life. In Conquer Worry and Anxiety, renowned psychiatrist Dr. Daniel G. Amen will guide you to lasting change, teaching you how to make decisions that serve your brain's health and set you on a path to a happier, healthier life. Each of us can make small changes that, over time, create amazing results.

A revised edition of the New York Times bestseller that will help you conquer ADD—from the author of The End of Mental Illness. Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is a national health crisis that continues to grow—yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and incorrectly treated illnesses today. Neuropsychiatrist Daniel G. Amen, MD was one of the first to identify that there are multiple types beyond just purely hyperactive or inattentive ADD, each requiring a different treatment. Now, in this all-new, revised edition, Dr. Amen again employs the latest medical advances in the field, including the largest brain imaging study ever completed on patients with ADD, to identify, examine, and demystify the 7 distinct types of ADD and their specific treatments. With updated recommendations for nutraceuticals and/or medications targeted to brain type, diet, exercise, lifestyle interventions, cognitive reprogramming, parenting and educational strategies, neurofeedback, and more, Dr. Amen’s revolutionary approach provides a treatment program that can lead sufferers of ADD to a normal, peaceful, and fully functional life. Sufferers from ADD often say, “The harder I try, the worse it gets.” Dr. Amen tells them, for the first time, why, and more importantly how to heal ADD.

The Daniel Plan is an innovative approach to achieving a healthy lifestyle where people get better together by optimizing their health in the key areas of faith, food, fitness, focus and friends.

Healing ADD At Home In 30 Days Spiral Bound With (135 Pages).

It all starts with your brain: how you think, how you feel, how you interact with others, and how well you succeed in realizing your goals and dreams. Based on the most up-to-date research, as well as on Dr. Daniel Amen's more than twenty years of treating patients at the Amen Clinics, Magnificent Mind at Any Age shows that the true key to satisfaction and success at any age is a healthy brain. By optimizing our brain function we can all develop the qualities of a magnificent mind enjoyed by the world's most successful and happiest people: - Increased memory and concentration - The ability to maintain warm and satisfying relationships - Undiminished sexual desire and performance - Goal-oriented perseverance - Better impulse control and mastery over potential addictions - Free-flowing creativity and the ability to relax and enjoy life's pleasures Whether you're in the midst of a demanding career or are looking forward to an active and richly rewarding retirement, Magnificent Mind at Any Age can give you the edge you need to live every day to your fullest potential. Learn the secrets of a balanced brain from a physician who has experience examining 50,000 scans of patients. Compare a failing mind to a brilliant brain and learn how to move in the direction you desire. --Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., bestselling coauthor of You: The Owner's Manual

"Reveals the seven neuroscience secrets to becoming more than 30 percent happier in just 30 days--regardless of your age, upbringing, genetics, or current situation"-- Provided by publisher

New hope for those suffering from conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addictions, PTSD, and ADHD is on the horizon. Despite a rise in these conditions, standard treatments have remained largely unchanged for decades, resulting in stagnant success rates. Additionally, the stigma surrounding the "mental illness" label can hinder individuals from seeking the necessary help. Dr. Daniel Amen, a brain specialist and bestselling author, is leading a movement aimed at transforming this landscape. He leverages the latest neuroscience findings to challenge outdated psychiatric practices, empowering readers to take charge of their brain health and potentially minimize or reverse debilitating conditions. This work reveals the dangers of labeling mental health issues inaccurately and explains why conventional treatments may fail to address underlying causes. Readers will learn over 100 actionable strategies to heal their brains and improve emotional well-being, how to identify their unique "brain type," and how to find health providers who embrace this innovative approach to brain health. This transformative guide offers practical insights for anyone seeking a more fulfilling and emotionally balanced life.

BRAIN PRESCRIPTIONS THAT REALLY WORKIn this breakthrough bestseller, you'll see scientific evidence that your anxiety, depression, anger, obsessiveness, or impulsiveness could be related to how specific structures in your brain work. You're not stuck with the brain you're born with. Here are just a few of neuropsychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen's surprising--and effective--"brain prescriptions" that can help heal your brain and change your life:To Quell Anxiety and Panic: ¸  Use simple breathing techniques to immediately calm inner turmoilTo Fight Depression: ¸  Learn how to kill ANTs (automatic negative thoughts)To Curb Anger: ¸  Follow the Amen anti-anger diet and learn the nutrients that calm rageTo Conquer Impulsiveness and Learn to Focus: ¸  Develop total focus with the "One-Page Miracle"To Stop Obsessive Worrying: ¸  Follow the "get unstuck" writing exercise and learn other problem-solving exercises

A highly readable and practical book by a pioneering psychiatrist, offering a unique perspective on understanding and treating the modern epidemics of anxiety and depression.

"In Change Your Brain Every Day psychiatrist and clinical neuroscientist Daniel Amen, MD, draws on over 40 years' clinical practice with tens of thousands of patients to give you the most effective daily habits he has seen that can help you improve your brain, master your mind, boost your memory, and make you feel happier, healthier, and more connected to those you love."--

Draws on studies that contend that anxiety and depression are related to brain dysfunction to identify seven anxiety and depression types and outline a comprehensive treatment program for each one.

John Gray, renowned for his insights into gender differences, shifts focus to diet and exercise as pathways to well-being and harmony. He has previously guided men and women in embracing their differences to foster strong relationships. This practical guide illustrates how diet, exercise, and communication skills influence the production of healthy brain chemicals. It addresses the distinct needs of men and women, delving into the emotional factors that shape mood, motivation, and passion. Gray highlights the different ways men and women lose weight and offers effective strategies to combat addictions and food cravings. Key components of the program include: addressing relationship and communication issues that impact hormonal and brain chemistry balance, nutritional supplementation for enhancing physical, mental, and emotional health, gender-specific diet and weight management, essential exercises to stimulate various bodily systems, and stress and mood management for a healthier, happier life. With over thirty years of collaboration with specialists, Gray has crafted a program designed to be effortless and adaptable to any lifestyle. By implementing this approach, you can cultivate the brain chemistry necessary for health, happiness, and enduring romance.

You hold the key to stronger relationships, deeper connections, and heightened intimacy.Everyone wants to know how to improve his or her love life, but so few of us understand the integral role the brain plays in attraction, keeping us excited about our partner, and helping us feel a strong connection. Based on Dr. Daniel Amen’s cutting-edge neuroscience research, The Brain in Love shares twelve lessons that help you enhance your love life through understanding and improving brain function. Filled with practical suggestions and information on how to have lasting and more fulfilling relationships, The Brain in Love reveals: • How emotional and physical intimacy can help prevent heart disease, improve memory, stave off cancer, and boost your immune system • How the differences between men’s and women’s brains affect our perceptions and interest in sex • The science behind why breakups hurt so much, and what you can do to ease the pain• Surefire techniques to fix common problems–depression, PMS, ADD–that contribute to conflicts• How to make yourself unforgettable to your partnerThe Brain in Love explains everything there is to know about the brain in love and lust, guiding you to the emotional and physical intimacy you need.

THE KEY TO A BETTER BODY—in shape, energized, and youthful—is a healthy brain. Based on the latest medical research, as well as on Dr. Amen’s two decades of clinical practice at the re­nowned Amen Clinics, where Dr. Amen and his as­sociates pioneered the use of the most advanced brain imaging technology, Change Your Brain, Change Your Body shows you how to take the very best care of your brain.With fifteen practical, easy-to-implement solutions involving nutritious foods, natural supplements and vitamins, positive-thinking habits, and, when neces­sary, highly targeted medications, Dr. Amen shows you how to:* Reach and maintain your ideal weight* Soothe and smooth your skin at any age* Reduce the stress that can impair your immune system* Sharpen your memory* Increase willpower and eliminate the crav­ings that keep you from achieving your exercise and diet goals* Enhance sexual desire and performance* Lower your blood pressure without medication* Avoid depression and elevate the enjoyment you take in life’s pleasures.Whether you’re just coming to realize that it’s time to get your body into shape, or are already fit and want to take it to the next level, Change Your Brain, Change Your Body is all you need to start putting the power of the brain-body connection to work for you today.

New York Times bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen equips you with powerful weapons to battle the inner dragons that are breathing fire on your brain, driving unhealthy behaviors, and robbing you of joy and contentment. Your brain is always listening and responding to these hidden influences and unless you recognize and deal with them, they can steal your happiness, spoil your relationships, and sabotage your health. This book will teach you to tame the: Dragons from the Past that ignite your most painful emotions; Negative Thought Dragons that attack you, fueling anxiety and depression; They and Them Dragons, people in your life whose own dragons do battle with yours; Bad Habit Dragons that increase the chances you'll be overweight, overwhelmed, and an underachiever; Addicted Dragons that make you lose control of your health, wealth, and relationships; and Scheming Dragons, advertisers and social media sites that steal your attention. Dr. Daniel Amen shows you how to recognize harmful dragons and gives you the weapons to vanquish them. With these practical tools, you can stop feeling sad, mad, nervous, or out of control and start being happier, calmer, and more in control of your own destiny.

The book gives parents practical tools to help children of all ages go from behaviors like defiance, meltdowns, and power struggles to being responsible, confident, kind, resilient, prepared to make good decisions, focused and motivated, and equipped to develop healthy relationships.

When your brain works right, your body works right, and your decisions tend to be thoughtful and goal-directed. But when it's bombarded with things like fear mongering from the news media, advertisements for unhealthy foods, or technical gadgets that distract you from loved ones, you are more likely to make bad choices that can cause damage in your body. But you can turn things around. The Brain Warrior's Way is a scientific program designed by Daniel and Tana Amen to help you master your brain and body for the rest of your life.

Czy wiesz, jak dbać o mózg, aby cieszyć się zdrowiem i szczęśliwym życiem? Mózg, ważący około 1,5 kilograma, generuje dziennie ponad 70 tys. myśli i zużywa 20% tlenu w organizmie. Jako centrum dowodzenia, jest narażony na zaburzenia, ale negatywne zmiany można odwrócić dzięki neuroplastyczności, czyli zdolności mózgu do adaptacji. Nowe badania pokazują, że możemy przekształcić nasz mózg, pozbywając się ograniczających nawyków i negatywnych emocji. Nie wymaga to specjalnych umiejętności – każdy może to osiągnąć. Autor, dr Amen, stworzył przewodnik dla osób zmagających się z lękiem, depresją i innymi problemami psychicznymi. Proponowane strategie łączą neuronaukę, techniki obrazowania mózgu oraz zdrowy styl życia. Książka zawiera przystępne wprowadzenie do budowy mózgu i neuroplastyczności, a także techniki, które pomogą w dbaniu o mózg, takie jak medytacje, afirmacje oraz kwestionariusze do zrozumienia swojego stanu. Główna część książki to 12-etapowy program regeneracji mózgu, skuteczne narzędzie w walce z nałogami. Uzupełniające studia przypadków z praktyki dr. Amena pomagają lepiej zrozumieć własne doświadczenia, porównując je z innymi.

Według WHO, zaburzenia psychiczne są poważnym problemem, a depresja jest 20. przyczyną niepełnosprawności. Autor książki, ceniony lekarz i psychiatra, postrzega choroby umysłu jako choroby mózgu. Depresja, ADHD, zaburzenia lękowe i kompulsywne, choroby neurodegeneracyjne jak Alzheimer czy Parkinson, są objawami chorób mózgu. Książka określa 11 stopni ryzyka, które należy wyeliminować, by ustrzec się przed uszkodzeniami mózgu. A dziesięciopunktowy plan aktywuje neuroplastyczne zdolności komórek mózgowych. O skuteczności zaleceń zdrowego odżywiania, przyjmowaniu suplementów diety, technikach relaksacyjnych i walce ze stresem przekonują obrazy mózgu SPECT przed i po.

BRAIN PRESCRIPTIONS THAT REALLY WORK In this breakthrough bestseller, you'll see scientific evidence that your anxiety, depression, anger, obsessiveness, or impulsiveness could be related to how specific structures in your brain work. You're not stuck with the brain you're born with. Here are just a few of neuropsychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen's surprising--and effective--"brain prescriptions" that can help heal your brain and change your life: To Quell Anxiety and Panic: ¸ Use simple breathing techniques to immediately calm inner turmoil To Fight Depression: ¸ Learn how to kill ANTs (automatic negative thoughts) To Curb Anger: ¸ Follow the Amen anti-anger diet and learn the nutrients that calm rage To Conquer Impulsiveness and Learn to Focus: ¸ Develop total focus with the "One-Page Miracle" To Stop Obsessive Worrying: ¸ Follow the "get unstuck" writing exercise and learn other problem-solving exercises

Sekrety młodego wyglądu, samopoczucia i sposobu myślenia na każdy dzień.W książce "Wspieraj swój mózg - odmładzaj się" bestsellerowy autor i wybitny psychiatra dr Daniel G. Amen przedstawia swój łatwy do zastosowania i przeciwdziałający starzeniu program. Dowiesz się m.in.:Jak poprawić pamięć,... číst celé

Poznaj siedem sekretów neuronauki i zyskaj spokojny umysł, wysokie poczucie własnej wartości oraz dobre samopoczucie i relacje. Bez względu na wiek, rozwój osobisty, wychowanie, geny czy obecną sytuację. Po przeanalizowaniu ponad 200 tysięcy skanów mózgu dr Daniel Amen odkrył pięć podstawowych typów mózgu. W tej książce omawia je i oferuje praktyczne strategie optymalizacji, oparte na badaniach dotyczących między innymi neuroplastyczności. Dzięki tej książce i ty odkryjesz typ swojego mózgu, poprawisz stan zdrowia dzięki diecie dla mózgu. Nauczysz się też dystansować od natrętnych myśli i hałasu w twojej głowie. Poznasz proste nawyki, rytuały i wybory, które staną się twoją motywacją do lepszego ciebie. Szczęśliwsze życie zaledwie w 30 dni!

Seit Jahren steigt die Zahl psychischer Erkrankungen wie Depressionen, ADHS oder Angstzustände. Viele Betroffene sind den Symptomen hilflos ausgeliefert und nehmen jahrelang Psychopharmaka ein, ohne eine Besserung zu erfahren. Dr. Daniel Amen verfolgt einen anderen Behandlungsansatz und gibt damit Hoffnung auf nachhaltige Heilung: Seine neurowissenschaftlichen Untersuchungen beweisen, dass mentale Störungen körperliche Ursachen haben können. Faktoren wie eine unzureichende Durchblutung, Entzündungen, Umweltgifte oder Übergewicht wirken sich negativ auf die Gesundheit des Gehirns und damit auch auf die Psyche aus. Mit seinem praxiserprobten Programm kann jeder selbst herausfinden, welche Auslöser für die eigenen Beschwerden verantwortlich sind und welche Gegenmaßnahmen am besten helfen, das Gehirn zu heilen und psychische Erkrankungen rückgängig zu machen. Denn ein gesundes Gehirn führt zu einer gesunden Psyche.

Jeśli zastanawiasz się, czy mózg się regeneruje, lub chciałbyś wiedzieć, jak dbać o mózg, odpowiedzi na te i wiele innych pytań dotyczących funkcjonowania mózgu dostarczy ci niniejsza książka. Dr Amen, specjalista z dziedziny neuronauki, stworzył program ochrony i wzmacniania zdrowia psychicznego. W jego skład wchodzą praktyki, których celem jest poprawa pamięci, eliminacja stanów lękowych i niepokoju, a także pokonanie depresji. Nie brakuje również sposobów na stres. Wiedząc, jak ćwiczyć mózg dzięki jego neuroplastyczności, poradzisz sobie z chorobami psychicznymi i zaburzeniami emocjonalnymi, a także usuniesz bariery ograniczające twój rozwój osobisty. Zastosuj proste ćwiczenia, by poprawić pracę mózgu i opóźnić jego starzenie.

Glück ist die beste Medizin Glück ist das wahrscheinlich schönste Gefühl der Welt. Aber es ist noch so viel mehr: Es ist eine Gehirnfunktion, ein physiologischer Prozess, der sowohl Nähstoffe benötigt als auch produziert und damit enorm wichtig für weitere Abläufe im menschlichen Organismus ist. Sieben Glücksstrategien für mehr Gesundheit Damit Sie diesen Kreislauf ankurbeln und aktiv halten können, hat Neurowissenschaftler Dr. Daniel Amen sieben Strategien entwickelt, mit denen Sie Ihren eigenen Glücks- und Gesundheitszustand gezielt verbessern . Da Glück individuell ist, stellen Sie sich daraus Ihren persönlichen Glücksplan zusammenstellen – zugeschnitten auf Ihren Gehirntyp. Die Versorgung mit bestimmten Nährstoffen ist dabei von zentraler Bedeutung, denn diese liefern die Grundlage für neuronale Prozesse. Aber auch die Qualität der eigenen Gedanken sowie der Kontakt und Umgang mit anderen Menschen spielen eine wichtige Rolle. Handfeste, konkrete Tipps sowie Lebensmittelübersichten helfen Ihnen dabei, Ihr Gehirn zu stärken, sodass es organische Funktionen unterstützen und den Körper vor Erkrankungen schützen kann. Denn: Man braucht ein gesundes Gehirn, um sich glücklich zu fühlen, und ein glückliches Gehirn, um körperlich gesund zu sein.

Das Gehirn: Schlüssel zu Schönheit und Gesundheit Idealgewicht, strahlende Haut, gesundes Herz, viel Energie – Hirnforscher Daniel G. Amen lüftet das Geheimnis, wie wir diesem Wunschtraum näher kommen können: All diese Eigenschaften werden durch das Gehirn gesteuert. Und auf unser Gehirn können wir selber ganz gezielt Einfluss nehmen. Amen zeigt, welche Übungen, Techniken, Medikamente und Ernährung dabei helfen, den Traumkörper zu erlangen.

V dnešní době, kdy tolik dětí a mladých lidí bojuje s problémy, stále více rodičů hledá způsoby, jak vychovat duševně zdravé a sebevědomé děti, které budou připravené uspět v životě. Konečně je tu vědecky podložená pomoc pro vyyčerpané rodiče, kteří dělají, co mohou, ale přesto mají pocit, že to nestačí. Autor bestsellerů podle žebříčku New York Times a neuropsychiatr dr. Daniel Amen spolu s dětských psychologem dr. Charlesem Fayem spojili síly, aby odhalili to, co většině rodičovských knih chybí. Jsou to fakta, která potřebujete k tomu, abyste se mohli zaměřit jak na mozek, tak na mysl svého dítěte (i sebe samých) a efektivně vychovávali dobré a silné lidi. V této přelomové knize, kde se neurověda prolíná s láskou a zdravým rozumem, získají rodiče praktické nástroje, jak svým dětem pomoci zvládnout problémové chování - od vzdoru a záchvatů vzteku až po boje o autoritu - aby se stali zodpovědné a sebevědomé, laskavé a odolné, připravené činit dobrá rozhodnutí, soustředěné a motivované, připravené na budování zdravých vztahů a mnohem více... Nechte se inspirovat dr. Amenem a dr. Fayem a objevte, jak se stát rodičem, jakým jste vždy chtěli být. Pomohou vám vychovat úžasné děti, které budou směřovat k naplnění svého potenciálu a zároveň si uchovají to nejdůležitější - pevné duševní zdraví.

Kazateľ Rick Warren (autor bestselleru Život s jasným cieľom) a jeho cirkevný zbor sa s pomocou odborníkov z oblasti fitness a medicíny rozhodli pre zmenu životného štýlu. Výsledok prekvapil všetkých: 15 000 ľudí za jeden rok schudlo spolu 118 000 kíl. Ale zmeny sa neprejavili len na ručičke váh. Program Daniel: Zdravší život za 40 dní nie je len o zmene v stravovaní. Dosiahnite zdravý životný štýl optimalizáciou piatich základov – viery, stravy, pohybu, myslenia a priateľov. Keď sa sústredíte na týchto päť základov, váš život sa nezmení len na chvíľu, zmení sa navždy. Myšlienky z tejto knihy vás povzbudia k tomu, aby ste prehĺbili svoj vzťah s Bohom a vybudovali komunitu priateľov, s ktorými budete každý deň robiť zdravé rozhodnutia. Výsledok: váš život sa postupne zmení navonok aj zvnútra.

Převratná kniha renomovaného odborníka nabízí praktický program pro vylepšení funkce a fyzického stavu mozku. Naučí vás správně jíst, vhodně cvičit, bránit se stresu, dobíjet neurony, předcházet problémům a mnoho dalšího. Daniel G. Amen, M. D., je klinický neurolog, psychiatr, odborník na zobrazování mozku a ředitel světoznámé kliniky s pobočkami v řadě států USA.

Stárnutí nemusí znamenat jen zhoršující se paměť, úbytek životního elánu, nárůst tělesné hmotnosti a jiné obtíže. Začněte si užívat zralého života a prodlužte čas, který můžete v dobré kondici strávit se svými nejbližšími, a to tím, že se začnete řídit doporučeními uznávaného lékaře Daniela G. Amena. Jeho jednoduchý, a přesto zlomový program, který vypracoval na základě své mnohaleté lékařské praxe, vás naučí, jak: povzbudit paměť, náladu, pozornost a energii, snížit riziko Alzheimerovy choroby i jiných forem demence, jak jíst tak, abyste žili déle, jak redukovat vnější známky stárnutí a vylepšit svou pleť, jak léčit poškození mozku způsobená zraněním, mrtvicí, zneužíváním léků či působením vnějších jedů, jak výrazně zvýšit šanci na dlouhý život a mladistvý vzhled.