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Remember

The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting

by Lisa Genova

NonfictionSciencePsychology

Who This Book Is For

The ideal reader for Remember is a curious, open-minded learner who wants both the science and the practical wisdom about memory. They may be a student of psychology or neuroscience, a caregiver supporting an aging relative, a clinician aiming to explain memory changes to patients, or simply a curious adult seeking to navigate everyday forgetfulness with compassion. This reader appreciates clear, jargon-light explanations that connect brain biology to daily life—attention, sleep, emotion, cues, and routines—without sacrificing scientific nuance. They value tools they can actually use: better encoding through focused attention, spaced practice, retrieval strategies, external supports, and mindful framing of memory lapses as normal rather than personal failures. They are motivated to reduce fear of aging, distinguish normal aging from disease, and communicate with kindness. In short, the best reader blends scientific interest with practical gravitas and a humane stance toward memory in themselves and others, and tangible daily improvements.

Book Details

Categories
Nonfiction, Science, Psychology
Pages
256
Published
2021
Language
ENGLISH
Rating
4.2 (15,749 reviews)

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