
Discovering Behavioral Neuroscience
An Introduction to Biological Psychology
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Do you have a strong science background? Or do you feel overwhelmed at the prospect of taking a behavioral neuroscience, biological psychology, or physiological psychology course? Either way, this text's clear writing, interesting examples, learning aids, and illustrations will keep you interested and on track. DISCOVERING BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE: AN INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY, 4th Edition includes classic concepts, current topics, and cutting-edge research to provide you with a foundational understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system and its relationship to both typical and disordered human behavior. You'll learn about the most current thinking in behavioral neuroscience while honing your critical thinking skills to prepare yourself for the future.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- About the Author
- Brief Contents
- About the Cover
- Contents
- Preface
- Chapter 1: What Is Behavioral Neuroscience?
- Chapter 2: Functional Neuroanatomy and the Evolution of the Nervous System
- Chapter 3: Neurophysiology: The Structure and Functions of the Cells of the Nervous System
- Chapter 4: Psychopharmacology
- Chapter 5: Genetics and the Development of the Human Brain
- Chapter 6: Vision
- Chapter 7: Nonvisual Sensation and Perception
- Chapter 8: Movement
- Chapter 9: Homeostasis, Motivation, and Reward
- Chapter 10: Sexual Behavior
- Chapter 11: Sleep and Waking
- Chapter 12: Learning and Memory
- Chapter 13: Cognitive Neuroscience
- Chapter 14: Emotion, Aggression, and Stress
- Chapter 15: Neuropsychology
- Chapter 16: Psychopathology
- References
- Name Index
- Subject Index/Glossary