The Physiological Basis of Behaviour: Neural and Hormonal Processes

by Kevin Silber

Overview

An introduction to the basic structures of the central nervous system, the techniques used in neuroscience and a short discussion of the affect of drugs on the brain.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415186544
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	04/01/1999
Series:	Routledge Modular Psychology
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	5.06(w) x 7.81(h) x (d)
Age Range:	17 - 18 Years

About the Author

Kevin Silber is Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Staffordshire University and an experienced examiner at A level.

Table of Contents

1 Methods of investigating brain function 2 The neuron 3 Organisation of the central nervous system 4 The autonomic nervous system 5 The endocrine system 6 Homeostasis 7 How drugs affect the brain 8 Classifying psychoactive drugs 9 Drugs and behaviour 10 Study aids

Editorial Reviews

'I especially liked the review exercises - brief, pertinent and encouraging, clarifying and reinforcing information for the student.' - Evie Bentley, Head of Psychology at Hayward Heath College

'In depth coverage of the topic area will furnish the student with all the relevant information they need. Easy to read and understand, this book contains appropriate and informative paedological tools which can be utilised to further knowledge and encourage independent study. Important terms are highlighted throughout the text. This is an ideal text for those new to this area, regardless of discipline or level of study.' - Karen Officer, James Watt College, Kilwinning

From the Publisher

Outlines basic structures of the central nervous system, the autonomic nervous system, and the endocrine system, and discusses techniques used in neuroscience and effects that drugs have on the brain, for undergraduate students new to higher-level study. Learning features include chapter exercises, essay questions, and summaries, plus practice essays, summaries of key research, and a glossary. Silber is senior lecturer in psychology at Staffordshire University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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