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Biological psychology

Minna Lyons (Author), Neil Harrison (Author), Gayle Brewer (Author), Sarita Robertson (Author), Rob Sanders (Author)
This accessible introductory text addresses the core knowledge domain of biological psychology, with focused coverage of the central concepts, research and debates in this key area. Biological Psychology outlines the importance and purpose of the biological approach and contextualises it with other perspectives in psychology, emphasizing the interaction between biology and the environment. Learning features including case studies, review questions and assignments are provided to aid students' understanding and promote a critical approach. Extended critical thinking and skill-builder activities develop the reader's higher-level academic skills
eBook, English, 2014
SAGE/Learning Matters, London, 2014
1 online resource (vi, 234 pages) : illustrations
9780857256942, 9780857256959, 9781473922648, 0857256947, 0857256955, 147392264X
1033526196
Chapter 1: Introduction to biological psychology; Chapter 2: The brain; Chapter 3: The nervous system; Chapter 4: Sensation and perception; Chapter 5: Emotions; Chapter 6: Memory; Chapter 7: Motivation; Chapter 8: Language; Chapter 9: Consciousness; Chapter 10: Stress and health
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