David Lewis Ph.D.

About

David Lewis BSc (Hons) DPhil is a neuroscientist and Chartered Psychologist. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine, the International Stress Management Association and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. David is Chairman and Director of Research at Mindlab International. Based at the University of Sussex, it specialises in brain research. He started by studying medicine but switched to psychology and gained a First Class Honours degree in psychology and a doctorate from the Department of Experimental Psychology at the University of Sussex. After lecturing there in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology he left to set-up Mindlab International. He lectures internationally on impulsivity and its effects on decision-making, problem solving and health. He was a keynote speaker at the 2011 Festival of Thinkers held in the UAE. David has developed several unique biofeedback and neurofeedback therapies to assist in reducing disabling impulsivity. The author of several books on psychology his work has been featured on television programmes around the world.

Books by David Lewis Ph.D.

Recent Posts

The Secret Power of Words

Think the choice of fonts in an article, book, blog, or sales message don't matter? Think again! While familiar typefaces can boost sales they are not always the best choice.
By slowing readers down unfamiliar typefaces increase comprehension and enhance memory.

Why an Empty Bladder Could Mean an Empty Wallet

Did you know that having a full bladder helps you avoid impulse purchases when shopping? Or that children who resist temptation are more likely to enjoy success when adults? Unfortunately maintaining self-control in one situation can undermine your ability to do so in another. Which is why arguing with your boss can increase your risk of binge eating later in the day.

I Wish I Hadn't Said That

Have you ever said something you immediately regretted? Blurted out an indiscretion or let slip an embarrassing secret? Everyone does so occasionally, especially when anxious, stressed or struggling with an intellectually demanding challenge. Here's a theory which explains why you sometimes open your mouth and put your foot in it.

When Impulses Rule a Child's Life

The number of American children being medicated for ADHD has risen from 600,000 in 1990 to 3.5 million today.

Neurofeedback offers a possible alternative treatment.

But in many instances, their impulsive behaviour should be seen as a normal part of growing-up rather than a medical condtion requiring drugs.

Splurchase!

Nine out of ten shoppers buy things on impulse. If you are one of them, here's why and how to shop more mindfully this festive season. That way you'll avoid my mistake of buying a second head!