A Brain-Centered Approach
Despite the rapid advances in medical science, the majority of people who visit a doctor have medically unexplained symptoms (MUS), symptoms that remain a mystery despite extensive diagnostic studies.
Exploring the historical relationship between electricity and neuroscience, this book highlights significant discoveries and influential figures that transformed human culture. It delves into essential concepts of electricity and electromagnetism while illustrating their impact on neuroscience. By contextualizing these advancements within a historical framework, the author offers insights that inspire both newcomers and seasoned researchers in the field. The narrative reveals how intertwined these disciplines are, enriching the understanding of modern scientific concepts.
Why Physical Exercise is Essential to Peak Cognitive Health
This book focuses on the benefits of exercise for prevention and treatment of chronic brain disorders. The brain needs physical exercise both for normal health and for preventing and treating diseases common with aging. How much exercise is needed?
Mass Psychogenic Illness and the Real Story Behind the Embassy Mystery and Hysteria
One of the most extraordinary cases in science involves the mating calls of insects, which were misidentified as a "sonic weapon," leading to a significant diplomatic incident. Since August 2017, media attention has focused on the alleged "attack" on diplomats from the American and Canadian Embassies in Cuba. Physicians have described the resulting condition as novel and perplexing, with symptoms including brain damage. However, the authors argue that mass psychogenic illness is the true cause of what has been termed "Havana Syndrome." This enigmatic condition is examined across 11 chapters, featuring insights from a prominent neurologist and a psychogenic illness expert. The narrative is both lively and engaging, delving into historical instances of similar fears, such as the 18th-century belief that certain musical instruments could harm health, 19th-century "telephone shock" cases, and modern anxieties linked to wind turbines. The authors present numerous examples of mass hysteria throughout history, psychosomatic conditions, and even the influence of insects in triggering such outbreaks. This work serves as a scientific detective story and a case study in the social construction of mass psychogenic illness.