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Research and resources

The science and stories behind our work.

Research, talks, videos and books from the people who shaped ABM NeuroMovement and the science of neuroplasticity. Whether you are a parent, an adult exploring the work or a professional, start here.

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Research and Anat Baniel's books

From fixing to connecting: a new path for autism

Peer reviewed research, Frontiers in Integrative Neuroscience (2025)

Developing mutual empathy guided through movement as a novel path to better outcomes in autism.

The 9 Essentials of NeuroMovement

Free eBook

How to use the 9 Essentials with your child to improve your interactions and support their learning.

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Kids Beyond Limits

Anat Baniel

An inspiring guide for parents and professionals on applying the 9 Essentials to help children with special needs thrive.

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Move Into Life

Anat Baniel

How gentle, attentive movement can awaken vitality, improve balance and coordination, and support wellbeing at any age.

Voices in neuroplasticity

What the scientists say

Dr Michael Merzenich, pioneer of neuroplasticity
Dr Jill Bolte Taylor, neuroanatomist and stroke survivor
Dr Martha Herbert, paediatric neurologist and autism researcher
Dr Merzenich on Anat Baniel's work
Dr Norman Doidge

Dr Norman Doidge on NeuroMovement

Psychiatrist and author of The Brain That Changes Itself

Why Dr Doidge describes NeuroMovement as an effective method for helping the brain change.

Video library

See the work in action

An introduction to NeuroMovement
Anat Baniel: the 9 Essentials
Autism and a holistic approach
Cerebral palsy case reviews, part 1
Cerebral palsy case reviews, part 2
Natural pain relief: how ABM can help
Fitness, the brain and injury prevention
Baby Liv rolling: learning through spontaneous movement

Talks and interviews

Going deeper

From fixing to connecting: Anat Baniel and Dr Elizabeth Torres
NeuroMovement and autism: interview with Anat Baniel
Autism workshop

Articles and podcast

Further reading and listening

Effectiveness of ABM NeuroMovement for children with cerebral palsy and other special needs

Dr Neil Sharp

Findings and observations from clinical practice.

Transforming rehabilitation: a neuroscience and NeuroMovement approach

How brain based learning offers new directions in rehabilitation.

The brilliant brain of the autistic child

Anat Baniel on how autistic children learn.

Why children with Down's syndrome can be brilliant learners

How the 9 Essentials support learning for children with Down's syndrome.

How ABM works with both children and adults

Parts 1 and 2

Why the same principles help people at every age.

NeuroMovement Revolution podcast with Anat Baniel

NeuroMovement Revolution podcast

Anat Baniel

Conversations on development, healing and the science of possibility.

Recommended books

On the brain's capacity to change

Some of the books on the shelf in our Roehampton centre.

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The Brain That Changes Itself
Norman Doidge
Buy on Amazon
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The Brain's Way of Healing
Norman Doidge, with a chapter on NeuroMovement
Buy on Amazon
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Soft Wired
Dr Michael Merzenich
Buy on Amazon
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My Stroke of Insight
Dr Jill Bolte Taylor
Buy on Amazon
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The Autism Revolution
Dr Martha Herbert
Buy on Amazon

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