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The Happy Brain

The Science of Where Happiness Comes From, and Why
By Dean Burnett
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The Happy Brain by Dean Burnett delves into the neuroscience of happiness, exploring what makes the brain experience joy and contentment. Through humour and scientific insights, Burnett examines how various factors like social interactions, laughter, and even chemical processes affect our happiness. It's a fascinating exploration of both the science behind feeling good and how we can apply this understanding to improve our daily lives.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the science behind happiness and want an accessible exploration of how the brain creates positive emotions. With a touch of humour and scientific insight, it delves into the neurological underpinnings of joy, offering a compelling read for anyone interested in the workings of the mind.

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The Happy Brain

Neuroscientist Dean Burnett, author of the acclaimed The Idiot Brain, investigates the Science of Happiness. Or whether such a thing even exists.

Neuroscientist Dean Burnett, author of the acclaimed The Idiot Brain, investigates the Science of Happiness. Or whether such a thing even exists.

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Do you want to be happy?

If so - read on. This book has all the answers.*

In The Happy Brain, neuroscientist Dean Burnett delves deep into the inner workings of our minds to explore some fundamental questions about happiness. For starters: what does it actually mean to be happy? Where does it come from? And is there a secret to making it last forever?

In his research into these questions - and many more besides - Burnett unravels our complex internal lives to reveal the often surprising truth behind what makes us tick. From whether happiness really begins at home (spoiler alert: yes - sort of) to what love, sex, friendship, wealth, laughter and success actually do to our brains, this book offers a uniquely entertaining insight into what it means to be human.

* Not really. Sorry. But it does have some very interesting questions, and at least the occasional answer.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783351305

Publisher: Guardian Faber Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Guardian Faber Publishing

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 292g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Dean Burnett is a neuroscientist, blogger, sometimes-comedian and author. He is 35 and lives in Cardiff. He is currently a lecturer/tutor at the Cardiff University Centre for Medical Education. His first book, The Idiot Brain, was an international bestseller published in over 20 countries. His 'Brain Flapping' blog is the most read on the Guardian science network, with over 15 million views since 2012.

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