The Complete Idiot's Guide to Improving Your I.Q.

Every day, new studies show that the many functions of the brain do not necessarily deteriorate with old age. Thats good news for today's fast-paced, super-competitive world, where it's no longer enough to just keep up. But soaring past the competition is tough when one has the burned-out, stressed-out, "it's just not sinking in" blues. Here's the surefire way to boost readers brain power, and recharge their most important resource. Features a complete regimen for improving intelligence, problem-solving skills, and more. Exercises and quizzes help improve sensory perception, enhance coordination and motor skills, expand the capacity to learn, and stimulate creative thinking. Also features important information on food and supplements that can strengthen and reduce brain power, and discusses the relationship between stress and the brain. " ... You've read a few books and can hold your own in a room full of university professors. But when it comes to problem-solving and understanding complex theories and facts, you feel like your brain is going to explode ; Don't reach for the aspirin just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Improving Your IQ unlocks the secrets of your brain and teaches you how to whip those sparking synapses into shape. In this guide you get: --Easy-to-follow instructions for upgrading your lQ ; computer-the brain. --Simple exercises that help you use your native intelligence most effectively. --Useful information on foods and supplements that can stimulate brain activity You're no idiot, of course. You've read a few books and can hold your own in a room full of university professors. But when it comes to problem-solving and understanding complex theories and facts, you feel like your brain is going to explode. Don't reach for the aspirin just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Improving Your IQ unlocks the secrets of you brain and teaches you how to whip those sparking synapses into shape. Annotation The average individual uses only 4 percent of the brain. And every day, new studies show that many functions of the brain do no necessarily deteriorate with old age. Here's the surefire way to boost readers' brain power, and recharge the most important body resource Irreverent in approach, these guides include tips and advice from leading authorities, aiming to help with life's big decisions and challenges, as well as hobbies and sports. This guide aims to show readers how to improve their IQs. You have a brother who is smarter than you; a friend who does better on the mid-term exam; a job that feels like it's over your head; or a vision that needs some cranial power before you can blast it up to the stars. Offers advice on honing mental reflexes, solving problems, communicating effectively, thinking logically and clearly, and absorbing new skills quickly