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Foundations of behavioral neuroscience

By: Contributor(s): Publication details: Boston : Pearson education limited, 2021.Edition: 10th editionDescription: 523 pages : col. illISBN:
  • 1292349549
  • 9781292349541
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 616.89 CAR-F
Online resources: Summary: The 10th edition of Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience offers a concise yet explanatory introduction to behavioral neuroscience with a balanced mix of human and animal studies. The lucid writing style helps students grasp key concepts, apply theory and research to daily life, and better understand their own behavior. This edition incorporates the latest studies in this rapidly changing field, which include additional ethical considerations, CRISPR methods, eye movements and brain activity in REM sleep, biological influences on sexual orientation, Korsakoff's syndrome, neuronal transplantation in Parkinson's disease, new treatment options for posttraumatic stress disorder, as well as a new chapter, Control of Movement. Chapter-opening vignettes profile a person's real-life experience before diving into detailed discussion. Self-check Questions and Discussion Questions at the end of every chapter help students review concepts and lock in what they have learned. Available separately for purchase is Revel, a platform that provides an engaging learning experience to prepare students for class. The seamless blend of digital text, media, and assessment based on learning science provides one continuous experience—learning anytime, anywhere, and on any device.
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The 10th edition of Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience offers a concise yet explanatory introduction to behavioral neuroscience with a balanced mix of human and animal studies. The lucid writing style helps students grasp key concepts, apply theory and research to daily life, and better understand their own behavior.
This edition incorporates the latest studies in this rapidly changing field, which include additional ethical considerations, CRISPR methods, eye movements and brain activity in REM sleep, biological influences on sexual orientation, Korsakoff's syndrome, neuronal transplantation in Parkinson's disease, new treatment options for posttraumatic stress disorder, as well as a new chapter, Control of Movement.
Chapter-opening vignettes profile a person's real-life experience before diving into detailed discussion. Self-check Questions and Discussion Questions at the end of every chapter help students review concepts and lock in what they have learned.
Available separately for purchase is Revel, a platform that provides an engaging learning experience to prepare students for class. The seamless blend of digital text, media, and assessment based on learning science provides one continuous experience—learning anytime, anywhere, and on any device.

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