| Description |
xvi, 635 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm |
| Contents |
The cellular foundations of behavior -- Synapses -- Anatomy and research methods -- Genetics, development, and plasticity -- Vision -- Hearing, the mechanical senses, and the chemical senses -- Movement -- Wakefulness and sleep -- Internal regulation -- Reproductive behaviors -- Emotional behaviors -- Learning, memory, and intelligence -- Cognitive functions -- Psychopathology -- Brief, basic chemistry -- Society for neuroscience policies on the use of animals and human subjects in neuroscience research |
| Summary |
This edition uses a clear writing style, precise examples and the latest research to make biological psychology understandable and to emphasize its importance to psychology as well as biology and pre-med study. Thought-provoking content, insights from contemporary researchers, amusing anecdotes and even try-it-yourself activities help convey the excitement behind biological explanations of behavior. This edition introduces breakthrough findings with more than 500 new research references as recent as 2022. You explore new insights into brain functions, autism, antidepressants and mental enhancement and weight-loss drugs as well as the latest on auditory changes, pain mechanisms and the olfactory effects of COVID-19. Cengage Infuse digital resources are also available with interactive learning tools |
| Notes |
"This edition uses a clear writing style, precise examples and the latest research to make biological psychology understandable and to emphasize its importance to psychology as well as biology and pre-med study. Thought-provoking content, insights from contemporary researchers, amusing anecdotes and even try-it-yourself activities help convey the excitement behind biological explanations of behavior. This edition introduces breakthrough findings with more than 500 new research references as recent as 2022. You explore new insights into brain functions, autism, antidepressants and mental enhancement and weight-loss drugs as well as the latest on auditory changes, pain mechanisms and the olfactory effects of COVID-19. Cengage Infuse digital resources are also available with interactive learning tools." -- |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references |
| Subject |
Neuropsychology
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Psychobiology
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| Reading List |
HSO207 prescribed text 2024
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| ISBN |
9780357798126 |
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