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Experience the power of fear like never before with Extreme Fear: The Science of Your Mind in Danger. Our minds are constantly influenced by fear, inhibiting our ability to think clearly and causing panic. But fear can also unleash incredible abilities within us - superhuman speed, strength, and perception. Through cutting-edge scientific research, this book unravels the mysteries of fear that have baffled mankind for ages.
Veteran science journalist Jeff Wise takes you on an extraordinary journey, immersing himself in danger to understand the hidden pathways of the brain. By volunteering to jump out of an airplane and enduring a simulated missile attack, Wise provides firsthand experiences that combine with lucid explanations of brain dynamics. You'll be captivated by true-life stories of mortal danger, from a woman defending herself against a mountain lion attack to a pilot struggling to control a plane with a detached wing.
Through the captivating narratives and detailed analysis, Extreme Fear challenges the traditional "fight or flight" response, revealing a more intricate understanding of fear. By uncovering how individuals respond to danger in various ways, you'll gain valuable insights to better equip yourself against everyday fears. This mind-bending exploration of fear will captivate you with its amazing characters and groundbreaking science, ultimately pushing the limits of what you thought human potential was capable of.
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