Professor Barbara Sahakian, Fellow of Clare Hall, and Dr Christelle Langley, Clare Hall Affiliated Postdoctoral Researcher, have co-authored a book on strategies for improving brain health, cognition, and overall wellbeing.

Brain Boost: Healthy Habits for a Happier Life is now available for pre-order on Amazon and CUP, and will be officially released on 31 January 2025. Professor Barbara Sahakian will also be giving a talk at Clare Hall with the same title, on 25 February 2025, as part of the Clare Hall Colloquia.

About the book: Your mental health is as important as your physical health and, in times of stress, it’s vital to have enhanced cognition and reserves of resilience. This book is packed with practical tips, based on scientific evidence, that will teach you how to implement lifestyle strategies that will improve your brain health, cognition, and overall wellbeing. Covering the benefits of exercise, diet, sleep, social interactions, kindness, mindfulness, and learning, you will discover how adopting habits to improve these areas of your life at an early age will lead to a longer, healthier life. Embracing these simple strategies to prioritise your brain health and wellbeing is essential for a fulfilling life, with lifestyle choices playing a significant role in promoting resilience, creativity, and overall quality of life across all ages. For anyone seeking to lead a fulfilling life through happiness, health, and personal growth, this is the book for you.