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What Is Health?: Allostasis And The Evolution Of Human Design (Mit Press)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main argument of 'What Is Health?: Allostasis and the Evolution of Human Design'? A: The main argument of the book is that health is defined as optimal responsiveness, which is best addressed at the system level rather than solely through local mechanisms like homeostasis.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Peter Sterling, an eminent neuroscientist.
- Q: What is allostasis, as described in the book? A: Allostasis is a concept introduced by Peter Sterling and Joseph Eyer, referring to the brain's ability to anticipate needs and efficiently mobilize resources to prevent errors, optimizing energy efficiency.
- Q: How does the book relate modern life to health issues? A: The book discusses how modern life reduces opportunities for positive surprises, leading to issues like addiction, obesity, and climate change due to the human drive to seek rewards.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The book features a comprehensive argument about health and disease, emphasizing the importance of adaptive variation and the systemic approach to health issues.
- Q: What kind of readers would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in behavioral sciences, health, and neuroscience, as well as those seeking a deeper understanding of the relationship between environment and health, would benefit from this book.
- Q: Is this book suitable for medical professionals? A: Yes, this book is suitable for medical professionals as it provides insights into health concepts that are not commonly found in traditional medical textbooks.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'What Is Health?: Allostasis and the Evolution of Human Design'? A: The book was published on February 25, 2020.
- Q: What is the format and condition of the book? A: The book is available in a hardcover format and is in new condition.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 264 pages.