The legal brain : a lawyer's guide to well-being and better job performance
Title:
The legal brain : a lawyer's guide to well-being and better job performance
Author:
Austin, Debra S., author.
ISBN:
9781009484602
9781009484565
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Physical Description:
x, 258 pages ; 23 cm
Contents:
Introduction -- The impaired lawyer -- The spectrum from languishing to flourishing -- The lawyering culture -- The lawyer's brain -- Memory, knowledge, and building expertise -- Motivation, reward, and developing habits -- The impact of stress -- The influence of self-medication -- The importance of fuel -- Optimizing brain health -- Enhancing mental strength -- Developing an action plan for the neuro-intelligent lawyer -- The neuro-intelligent legal organization -- Conclusion.
Abstract:
"This book offers practical advice for legal professionals to optimize cognitive fitness and protect their brain from the damaging effects of chronic stress. Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience and psychology, it provides actionable information to help readers thrive amidst the demands and stressors of the legal profession"-- Provided by publisher.
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