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Despite being a book about neurobiology, this is a surprisingly quick, easy, and engaging read. Although scientifically rooted, the concepts and language are totally accessible. And of course, as a woman, I was thoroughly fascinated by the way my brain supposedly works. Looking at the biology of things really does make a LOT of things make sense -- although it can also rob the mystique of certain experiences, like falling in love. I had to keep reminding myself as I read that I was more than jus
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Oh boy, non-fiction is dangerous.
When I first read this book, I thought it made a nice scientific case for differences between women and men. I learned about women's hormonal cycles in my 11th grade embryology class, so it made sense that our hormones would screw with our brains in a way that men's brains don't get screwed with. I recommended this book to friends, etc.
Then I found out that what is presented as general scientific findings in this book are actually very controversial (read: not li ...more
When I first read this book, I thought it made a nice scientific case for differences between women and men. I learned about women's hormonal cycles in my 11th grade embryology class, so it made sense that our hormones would screw with our brains in a way that men's brains don't get screwed with. I recommended this book to friends, etc.
Then I found out that what is presented as general scientific findings in this book are actually very controversial (read: not li ...more
Great bathroom reading, and though a lot of the content rang true, I wondered whether it was still very American oriented. I also felt it was a little biologically deterministic, which slightly put me off. But then I still enjoyed it, and found it a pretty good read - hence my good rating
I think lots of girlswould enjoy and appreciate reading this, REALLY every guy should and for sure if you have a (young) daughter. Very fascinating and explains a lot!
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