Brain and Behavior An Introduction to Biological Psychology

Name: Brain and Behavior An Introduction to Biological Psychology
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ISBN: 9781412961004

ISBN-10: 1412961009

ISBN-13: 9781412961004

Edition: 2nd 2009

Authors: Bob Garrett

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"The Innovative Biopsychology Text is Now Published By SAGE!" "" Thoroughly updated from the previous edition, Brain and Behavior: An Introduction to Biopsychology, Second Edition serves to engage students with its progressive and accessible content and useful pedagogy. Author Bob Garrett covers all the topics of a biological psychology course but follows an atypical chapter order that fosters student interest earlier in the course than the traditional format does and provides an improved sequence for learning. The integration of sensory material into behavioral contexts enhances student interest in topics they often regard as boring. The text includes two chapters not found in other… biopsychology texts, on the biological bases of intelligence and consciousness. These discussions build on material from earlier chapters to make a final and convincing case for the power of biological psychology to explain human behavior. New to the Second Edition Includes more than 500 new references, with 37% of them from 2004 and later. Expands on and combines the material on research techniques that was previously in the appendix with two topics from the first edition??'s introductory chapter, "Science, Research, and Theory" and "Research Ethics," to form the new chapter "The Methods and Ethics of Research," This provides research methodology the emphasis it deserves while giving the introductory chapter a sharper focus. Contains more than 60 new illustrations, and 25 others were significantly revised to increase their informational and educational value. Presents new tables where there was a need to organize or summarize complex material. Incorporates thoroughly updated "In the News" and"Application "features with the most current information.Continues showcasing our rapidly increasing understanding of genetic influences on behavior with discussions of numerous recent findings throughout the text, particularly in regard to obesity, hostility and aggression, Parkinson??'s disease, Alzheimer???s, autism, and schizophrenia. Strengthens the theme of the broader societal relevance of biopsychology, from ethical implications of stem cell research to the cost of addictions and disorders to new strategies for treating brain and spinal cord damage. Popular features retained??from the earlier edition: Contains??an eye-catching four-color interior design and extensive illustrative art programCovers intelligence & consciousness in their own separate chapters, which is unique compared to the competition Explores drugs and addiction in a separate chapterBrings the focus on behavior to the forefront. For instance, Sensation and Perception are introduced in the context of behavior (e.g., Ch. 9 Hearing & Language).Contains opening vignettes of real life topics that help to make the chapter content come aliveGives ???Concept Checks??? at the end of each main section within the chapter that are designed to assist the student in assessing their comprehension of that section. Offers marginal questions throughout the text help keep students focused on the most important points in the chaptersProvides useful end-of- chapter pedagogy such as: ???In Perspective??? sections followed by a summary of the key points in the chapter; ???For Further Thought??? sections that require the student to think about and complete brief projects that will assist them in their understanding of the chaptercontent; and ???Test Your Understanding??? sections that appear at the end of every chapter help students assess their progress in learning the material presented. This feature contains short answer and multiple choice questions. The robust ancillaries include: Instructor??'s Resource CD-ROM that contains a computerized test bank, PowerPoint Slides, sample syllabi, and suggested in-class and homework assignments.The Student Study Site at www.sagepub.com/garrettbb2study that consists of 14 animations of key biological phenomena, self-quizzes, key term flashcards, SAGE jou

Book details

List price: $99.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: SAGE Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 3/19/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 616
Size: 8.00" wide x 10.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 2.794



Preface



What Is Biopsychology?


The Origins of Biopsychology


Nature and Nurture


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Neural Foundations of Behavior: The Basic Equipment



Communication Within the Nervous System


The Cells That Make Us Who We Are


How Neurons Communicate with Each Other


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



The Functions of the Nervous System


The Central Nervous System


The Peripheral Nervous System


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



The Methods and Ethics of Research


Science, Research, and Theory


Research Techniques


Research Ethics


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Motivation and Emotion: What Makes Us Go



Drugs, Addiction, and Reward


Psychoactive Drugs


Addiction


The Role of Genes in Addiction


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Motivation and the Regulation of Internal States


Motivation and Homeostasis


Hunger: A Complex Drive


Obesity


Anorexia and Bulimia


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



The Biology of Sex and Gender


Sex as a Form of Motivation


The Biological Determination of Sex


Gender-Related Behavioral and Cognitive Differences


Sexual Anomalies


Sexual Orientation


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Emotion and Health


Emotion and the Nervous System


Stress, Immunity, and Health


Biological Origins of Aggression


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Interacting with the World



Hearing and Language


Hearing


Language


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Vision and Visual Perception


Light and the Visual Apparatus


Color Vision


Form Vision


The Perception of Objects, Color, and Movement


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



The Body Senses and Movement


The Body Senses


Movement


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Complex Behavior



Learning and Memory


Learning as the Storage of Memories


Brain Changes in Learning


Learning Deficiencies and Disorders


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Intelligence and Cognitive Functioning


The Nature of Intelligence


The Biological Origins of Intelligence


Deficiencies and Disorders of Intelligence


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Psychological Disorders


Schizophrenia


Affective Disorders


Anxiety Disorders


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms



Sleep and Consciousness


Sleep and Dreaming


The Neural Bases of Consciousness


In Perspective


Summary


For Further Thought


Testing Your Understanding


On the Web


For Further Reading


Key Terms