Einstein, Gilles O., 1950-

Memory fitness a guide for successful aging / [electronic resource] : Gilles O. Einstein and Mark A. McDaniel. - New Haven [Conn.] : Yale University Press, c2004. - xiv, 290 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Thanks for the memories: aging and remembering -- Overview of memory systems and processes: the effects of aging -- Forgetting and distorting are normal--at all ages! -- Working memory and avoiding distractions: the right time for the right task -- Most memories are there: the trick is finding them -- How to learn and remember complex material: articles, lectures, and textbooks -- Remembering tough things -- Remembering to remember: medications, appointments, things to pack -- Mental exercise and memory: use it or lose it -- Physical exercise and memory: not exercising is risky behavior -- Effects of stress, depression, illness, and medications on memory -- Enhancing memory with nutritional supplements and vitamins -- Alzheimer's disease: the signals and what you can do about it.


Electronic reproduction.
Palo Alto, Calif. :
ebrary,
2009.
Available via World Wide Web.
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Brain--Aging--Popular works.
Memory disorders in old age--Prevention--Popular works.
Memory--Popular works.


Electronic books.

RC394.M46 / E36 2004eb

618.97/684