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BooksbrainHappy Brain: Where Happiness Comes From, and Why
Cover of Happy Brain: Where Happiness Comes From, and Why by Dean Burnett

Happy Brain: Where Happiness Comes From, and Why,

by Dean Burnett

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Rating3.5/ 5
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Pages352
Reading Hours7h
Published2018
LanguageEnglish

§Synopsis

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The pursuit of happiness is one of the most enduring quests of human life. But where does happiness come from, why do we need it, and what does it have to do with the brain? In this delightful sequel to Idiot Brain, Dean Burnett combines cutting-edge theories of the science of emotions with interviews and contributions from relationship experts, psychology professors, comedy writers, celebrities, and pretty much anyone else involved in bringing about happiness in others. Witty and perceptive, humorous and enlightening, Happy Brain explores a fascinating aspect of modern neuroscience, and in the process discovers something about what it means to be human.

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§Genres
brain1conduct of life1medical1philosophy1psychology1science1

§About the Author

Dean Burnett

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"My first book, The Idiot Brain, became an international bestseller, translated into more than thirty languages and read around the world. It continues to be used in schools, universities, mental health settings, and in other places I still can’t quite believe. ​ It has been spotted amidst the elite of Bollywood, it has been used to mock injured celebrities, it made waves in the US TV industry, it has been discussed for live audiences of millions. ​ According to various testimonies, there are now numerous doctors, scientists, and therapists in the world who chose their career path after being inspired by The Idiot Brain.

Multiple psychologists and psychotherapists continue to use it as a resource and guide for patients and their families.

Despite all this, I remain based in South Wales, where I’m now focusing on reconnecting my work with the place that shaped me.

Right now, I’m celebrating ten years of The Idiot Brain and working on my next major book, coming in 2027."

(Website: www.deanburnett.com)

§Genres
brain1conduct of life1medical1philosophy1psychology1science1

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ISBN-139780393651348
ISBN-100393651347

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