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"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"--
List of contents
Introduction; 1. The Impaired Lawyer; 2. The Spectrum from Languishing to Flourishing; 3. The Lawyering Culture; 4. The Lawyer Brain; 5. Memory, Knowledge, and Building Expertise; 6. Motivation, Reward, and Developing Habits; 7. The Impact of Stress; 8. The Influence of Self-Medication; 9. The Importance of Fuel; 10. Optimizing Brain Health; 11. Enhancing Mental Strength; 12. Developing an Action Plan for the Neuro-Intelligent Lawyer; 13. The Neuro-Intelligent Legal Organization; Conclusion; Endnotes; Bibliography; Index.
About the author
Debra S. Austin is Professor of the Practice of Law at University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Dr Austin is a nationally recognized expert in lawyer well-being, with a focus on how to improve performance by enhancing brain health and mental strength.
Summary
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.
Foreword
Practical advice for legal professionals to optimize cognitive fitness and protect their brain from the damaging effects of chronic stress.
