| Description |
1 online resource (vii, 161 p.) |
| Contents |
Machine generated contents note: 1. Anatomy of the Hypothalamus and the Control of Hunger -- 2. Hypothalamus and the Control of Thirst and Body Temperature -- 3. Hypothalamus and the Control of Sex and Emotions -- 4. Hypothalamus and the Control of Sleep -- 5. Hypothalamus and the Control of Hormones -- 6. Some Final Thoughts on Mice and Men |
| Summary |
In this fascinating tour of the way our brains control our most basic drives, John Young takes a small part of the human anatomy and explains its role in the regulation of our basic needs and desires, including sex, sleep, thirst, hunger and more. Drawing on the latest research, he conveys even complex ideas in accessible and enjoyable fashion |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 145-156) and index |
| Notes |
English |
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Description based on print version record and CIP data provided by publisher; resource not viewed |
| Subject |
Neurophysiology.
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Brain -- Physiology
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Neurophysiology
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MEDICAL -- Neuroscience.
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PSYCHOLOGY -- Neuropsychology.
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Brain -- Physiology
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Neurophysiology
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| LC no. |
2020740601 |
| ISBN |
9781442218253 |
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1442218258 |
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1283524007 |
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9781283524001 |
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9786613836458 |
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6613836451 |
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