Brain & Behavior: An Introduction to Biological Psychology - Softcover

Garrett, Bob L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1412981689 ISBN 13: 9781412981682

Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc, 2011

Synopsis

This engaging introduction to the field captures student interest and then teaches the latest that biological psychology has to offer.

The book showcases our rapidly increasing understanding of the biological foundations of behaviour, engaging students immediately with easily accessible content. Bob Garrett uses colourful illustrations and thought-provoking facts while maintaining a 'big-picture' approach that students will appreciate.

New to this Edition:

• new and updated topics, including the role of neural connectivity and synchrony, changing views of Alzheimer's disease, the unique behavior of place cells, and emerging understanding of epigenetic influences on behavior

• updated opening vignettes, "Application" and "In the News" features, frequent examples and illustrative case studies draw students into the material

• the broader societal relevance of biopsychology has been strengthened as well, covering diverse topics such as ethical implications of stem cell research, costs of addictions and disorders, and new strategies for treating brain and spinal cord damage

• 500 new references and 50 illustrations have been added, and 60 illustrations have been revised

About this title

About the Author

Bob Garrett is a Visiting Scholar at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. He was Professor of Psychology at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana, and held several positions there, including Chairperson of the Department of Psychology, Faculty Development Coordinator, and Interim Dean of Academic Affairs. He received his BA from the University of Texas at Arlington and his MA and PhD from Baylor University. He received further training in the Department of Physiology at Baylor University College of Medicine and at the Aeromedical Research Primate Laboratory, Holloman Air Force Base. Bob and his wife, Duejean, live on a 3,200-acre ranch they share with 47 other families in the hills outside San Luis Obispo. Their two sons, daughter-in-law, and three beautiful grandchildren all live nearby.

Edition details

• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1412981689
• ISBN 13: 9781412981682
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 640