The Lab Rat Chronicles

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.