The new and rapidly evolving field of cognitive neuroscience seamlessly merges cognitive psychology and neuroscience, drawing conceptual and technical elements from both traditional disciplines. This union is driven by the exciting possibility of gaining a deeper understanding of complex human brain functions that have puzzled thinkers for centuries. The emergence of cognitive neuroscience as a distinct discipline over the last two decades represents a significant advancement for both neuroscience and cognitive psychology, propelled by powerful new methods for studying the human brain.
Principles of Cognitive Neuroscience, first introduced in 2008, was crafted to enlighten readers at all levels about the expanding canon of cognitive neuroscience, while also highlighting the many challenges that remain to be explored. Now, in this Second Edition, the authors—esteemed leaders in the field—present what is essentially a completely new book:
- Condensed Content: The original 28 chapters have been streamlined into 15 chapters, making the topics more accessible and better suited for a single-semester course.
- Updated Information: Each chapter has been revised to reflect the latest developments in the field, with expanded coverage of genetics, evolution, and neural development.
- Engaging Introductory Boxes: Each chapter features Introductory Boxes that delve into especially intriguing topics to captivate readers’ attention.
- Comprehensive Appendix: An appendix reviews the major features of human neuroanatomy and fundamental aspects of neural signaling.
Authors:
Dale Purves (Author),
Edition:
2nd
Publication Date:
November 1, 2012
