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Great Myths of the Brain introduces readers to the field of neuroscience by examining popular myths about the human brain.

  • Explores commonly-held myths of the brain through the lens of scientific research, backing up claims with studies and other evidence from the literature
  • Looks at enduring myths such as “Do we only use 10% of our brain?”, “Pregnant women lose their mind”, “Right-brained people are more creative” and many more.
  • Delves into myths relating to specific brain disorders, including epilepsy, autism, dementia, and others
  • Written engagingly and accessibly for students and lay readers alike, providing a unique introduction to the study of the brain
  • Teaches readers how to spot neuro hype and neuro-nonsense claims in the media

Great Myths of the Brain

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    Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
    Publication Date: 17/10/2014
    ISBN13: 9781118624500, 978-1118624500
    ISBN10: 1118624505

    Number of Pages: 352

    Non Fiction , Politics, Philosophy & Society

    Description

    Great Myths of the Brain introduces readers to the field of neuroscience by examining popular myths about the human brain.

    • Explores commonly-held myths of the brain through the lens of scientific research, backing up claims with studies and other evidence from the literature
    • Looks at enduring myths such as “Do we only use 10% of our brain?”, “Pregnant women lose their mind”, “Right-brained people are more creative” and many more.
    • Delves into myths relating to specific brain disorders, including epilepsy, autism, dementia, and others
    • Written engagingly and accessibly for students and lay readers alike, providing a unique introduction to the study of the brain
    • Teaches readers how to spot neuro hype and neuro-nonsense claims in the media

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