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The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science by Norman Doidge explores the groundbreaking science of neuroplasticity, which reveals that the brain is not fixed but can change and rewire itself throughout life. The book uses incredible case histories—such as a woman with half a brain that rewired itself or stroke victims who regained speech—to illustrate how positive thinking and mental and physical exercise can lead to remarkable transformations, including enhanced memory, raised IQs, and the overcoming of learning disorders. Central theme: The book's main idea is that the brain is "plastic" and can remap its own structure and function in response to experience.Scientific basis: It introduces the cutting-edge science of neuroplasticity, which overturns the older belief that the brain is an unchangeable organ.Evidence: Doidge presents evidence from scientists and inspiring stories of people whose lives have been transformed by this principle, despite having what was considered unalterable brain damage or limitations.Examples of transformation:A woman with half a