Psychobiology: The Neuron and Behaviour

Hoyenga, Katherine Blick; Hoyenga, Kermit T.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0534069789 ISBN 13: 9780534069780

Publisher: Brooks/Cole, 1987

This book emphasizes research that relates the responses of nerve cells in various areas of the brain to a given event or behaviour. By describing how both single cells and cell groups within the brain code, transform, transmit and store information, the authors explore the interface between the mind and the brain. Codes for sensations, perceptions, motives, emotions and memories are all examined in this contemporary review of research literature. Main features include: a detailed description of the research. This book should be of interest to degree and diploma students at intermediate level on courses of psychology, behavioural and life sciences.