Description
Book SynopsisUnderstand the foundations of biological psychology and explore the stories behind important discoveries in the field.
Everything you need to know about brain and behaviour – from sensory systems, eating disorders and sleep to drugs, language and memory. This fourth edition has been fully updated throughout, and includes new figures and diagrams, revised learning features, and clear explanations of over 330 key terms.
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The latest research on the neural basis of mental illness, degenerative diseases, and genetics
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Key Figure and Special Interest boxes spotlight interesting researchers, studies and discoveries of conditions
- End-of-chapter MCQs test understanding and support your preparation for assessments
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250 full colour diagrams and figures illustrate the key concepts in each chapter
- Supported by online teaching and learning resources including drag and drop exercises for students, an instructor’s manual, testbank, and PowerPoint slides.
Introduction to Biopsychology is essential reading for all Psychology students studying biological psychology.
Trade ReviewAn interesting and engaging introduction to biopsychology. The chapters make the case for its importance and give the real-world implications. -- Mark Edwards
Providing a historical approach and evidence, followed by treatments and future directions of the field, this book provides a clear story and structure to the reader and encourages critical thinking. -- Zoe Kolokotroni
Table of ContentsChapter 1: An introduction to biological psychology, brains and nerve function Chapter 2: The visual system Chapter 3: Sensory systems other than vision Chapter 4: The control of movement Chapter 5: Hunger and eating disorders Chapter 6: Emotional states Chapter 7: Sleep and circadian rhythms Chapter 8: Sexual development and behaviour Chapter 9: Learning and memory Chapter 10: Language and cognition Chapter 11: The biological basis of mental illness Chapter 12: Drugs and addiction Chapter 13: Degenerative diseases of the nervous system Chapter 14: Genes and behaviour
