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A review by katetipp
Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting by Lisa Genova
4.5
A non-fiction work by Genova that gives an overview of memory and delineates between typical forgetfulness and cognitive decline/Alzheimers. Genova is a great author - Our brains are amazing and she talks about the nuances of remembering powerfully and relateably. I loved her summary of tangible steps to support cognitive health which of course are behaviors that promote overall mental & physical well-being. The therapist in me wanted more commentary on trauma & memory BUT this was not the purpose of this book and she tended to the neurobiology of trauma in an appropriate way. Lots of takeaways from this book about the making & retrieval of memories and education about what is normal vs. concerning. Highly recommend for all ages!