Introduction to Biopsychologyis a lively and engaging introduction to
brain and behaviour.
This edition has been substantially re-written and extended throughout to
provide more information and detail on all key areas of the syllabus. Assuming no
background knowledge in biology or psychology this book will help any biopsychology
student keep abreast of the latest developments in this dynamic and forward-looking area
of psychology. New topic coverage includes a comprehensive look at sensory systems which
affect our perception and understanding of the world around us, and a unique insight into
degenerative diseases of the brain including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and
Huntington’s diseases. This new expanded edition leads the reader with ease through
exciting and cutting edge research, including recent advances in cognitive neuroscience
and genetics, which illustrates how the discipline is moving forward.
Table of Contents
1. AN INTRODUCTION TO NEURONS, BRAINS, AND BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY
2. THE VISUAL SYSTEM
3. SENSORY SYSTEMS OTHER THAN VISION
4. THE CONTROL OF MOVEMENT
5. HUNGER, SATIETY AND BODY WEIGHT
6. EMOTIONAL STATES
7. SLEEP AND CIRCADIAN RHYTHMS
8. SEXUAL DEVELOPMENT AND BEHAVIOUR
9. LEARNING AND MEMORY
10. LANGUAGE AND COGNITION
11. THE BIOLOGICAL BASIS OF MENTAL ILLNESS
12. DRUGS AND ADDICTION
13. DEGENERATIVE DISEASES OF THE BRAIN
14. GENES AND BEHAVIOUR
664 pages, Paperback