1st Edition

Fundamentals of Brain and Behavior An Introduction to Human Neuroscience

By William J. Ray Copyright 2024
566 Pages 223 Color Illustrations
by Routledge

566 Pages 223 Color Illustrations
by Routledge

566 Pages 223 Color Illustrations
by Routledge

Fundamentals of Brain and Behavior provides an accessible introduction to the study of human neuroscience. The book has been carefully designed to accompany a typical entry-level course, covering core topics including the function and structure of the nervous system, basic human motivations, stress and health, and cognitive functioning. In addition to traditional topics, the book also... Read more

1. Introduction to Human Neuroscience  2. Functioning of the Nervous System  3. Genetic Influences on Brain and Behavior  4. Neuroscience Measures of Brain Structure and Function  5. Basic Motivation Including Hunger and Sexuality  6. Consciousness, Attention, and Sleep  7. Emotion, Stress and Health  8. Visual Processes  9. Audition, Language, and Music  10. Movement and Bodily Sensation 11. Brain Changes in Learning and Memory  12. Cognitive Functioning and Problem Solving  13. The Social Brain  14. Neurocognitive Disorders  15. Psychopathological Disorders  16. Psychoactive Substances and Addiction 

Biography

William J. Ray is an Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Penn State University, USA. At Penn State, he was the Director of the SCAN (Specialization in Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience) Program and was the Director of the Clinical Psychology Program. His research has focused on approaching clinical questions from a neuroscience perspective.