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Brain & Mind Sciences

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Brain & Mind Sciences

The brain sciences represent one of the most dynamic frontiers in modern science, bridging biology, psychology, and philosophy to understand the organ that makes us who we are. This learning plan is ideal for students, healthcare professionals, or anyone fascinated by how our neural architecture shapes our experiences, thoughts, and behaviors.

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12 coursesUpdated 4 days ago
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How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Brain & Mind Sciences with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Brain & Mind Sciences.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the fundamental structures and mechanisms of the brain
  • Explore how neuroplasticity enables learning and adaptation
  • Analyze how the brain processes information and forms memories
  • Examine the relationship between neural activity and consciousness
  • Apply neuroscientific principles to understand human behavior and cognition

Explore the foundational principles of how the brain works, from basic neural structures to the biological mechanisms that shape our thoughts and behaviors.

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The Brain

A captivating journey into neuroscience, exploring how our brains shape our reality, identity, and decisions in fascinating ways.

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How Your Brain Works

Explore the fascinating inner workings of your mind, from neurons to consciousness, in this accessible scientific journey.

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Brain Basics: Your Neural Universe Explained

Discover how your brain's 100 billion neurons communicate through electrical signals and chemical messengers, forming the biological foundation of your thoughts and feelings—all explained in accessible, 9th-grade-friendly science.

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Discover how our brains constantly rewire themselves throughout life, allowing us to learn, adapt, and overcome challenges through remarkable plasticity mechanisms.

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Livewired

Explore the brain's incredible plasticity and adaptability through cutting-edge neuroscience, metaphors, and fascinating real-world examples.

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The Brain that Changes Itself

Groundbreaking exploration of neuroplasticity, revealing the brain's remarkable ability to rewire itself and overcome limitations through science and willpower.

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Rewire Your Brain for Peak Performance

Discover the science of neuroplasticity and learn practical techniques to literally reshape your brain for better focus, memory, and cognitive performance at any age.

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Examine how the brain processes information, creates memories, and enables higher cognitive functions through complex neural systems and specialized regions.

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Innate: How the Wiring of Our Brains Shapes Who We Are

A neuroscientist explains how brain wiring shapes personality, intelligence, and behavior.

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Discover 12 principles about how our brains work and apply them to enhance learning, work, and daily life.

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The Remarkable Journey Into Your Mind

Explore the incredible universe inside your head! From 86 billion neurons to neuroplasticity, discover how your brain constructs reality, processes emotions, and can literally rewire itself through focused practice.

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Venture into the deepest mysteries of neuroscience as we explore consciousness, the binding problem, and cutting-edge theories about how awareness emerges from neural activity.

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Conscious: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind

An illuminating exploration of consciousness, challenging our assumptions about the mind, self, and nature of reality.

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Then I Am Myself the World

Renowned neuroscientist explores consciousness, its origins, and implications for human experience, artificial intelligence, and our understanding of reality.

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Your Brain: The Three-Pound Universe Inside Your Skull

Discover mind-blowing neuroscience insights about brain plasticity, consciousness, and how your neural networks constantly reshape reality. Learn practical ways to rewire your brain for better living.

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