Discover What Rodents Know About the Good Life

What can the common laboratory rat tell us about being human? According to behavioral neuroscientist Kelly Lambert, a whole lot. Her twenty- five-year career conducting experiments that involve rats has led her to a surprising conclusion: Through their adaptive strategies and good habits, these unassuming little animals can teach us some essential lessons about how we, as humans, can lead successful lives. From emotional resilience and a strong work ethic to effective parenting and staying healthy, the lab rat is an unlikely but powerful role model for us all.

This is a surprising and engaging guided tour into the sophisticated mental, emotional, and behavioral worlds of these frequently maligned and often misunderstood little creatures.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Published: 06/07/2011
ISBN: 9780399536632
Pages: 320
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 8.21h x 5.57w x 0.86d

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 05/01/2011