Fundamentals of Human Neuropsychology remains the definitive guide for students and professionals exploring the intricate relationship between the human brain and behavior. As the first textbook to approach the study of human conduct from a neuroscientist’s perspective, this seventh edition continues to lead the field, offering a comprehensive look at the most significant breakthroughs and theories in modern neuroscience. Authors Bryan Kolb and Ian Q. Whishaw provide an authoritative narrative that bridges the gap between laboratory research and clinical application.
The text delves into the structural and functional organization of the brain, examining how neural processes influence cognition, emotion, and action. It covers essential topics such as neural development, sensory and motor systems, memory, language, and the impact of brain injury or disease. By integrating historical context with cutting-edge scientific inquiry, the book prepares readers to understand the complexities of the human mind through a biological lens, making it an essential resource for one of the most eventful areas of scientific inquiry today.
Book Details
- Title: Fundamentals of Human Neuropsychology
- Author: Bryan Kolb, Ian Q. Whishaw
- Edition: Seventh
- Publisher: Worth Publishers
- Publication Date: February 7, 2015
- ISBN-10: 1429282959
- ISBN-13: 978-1429282956
