The Student's Guide to Cognitive Neuroscience

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This book serves as a comprehensive and student-friendly guide to cognitive neuroscience, reflecting recent advancements in the study of cognition and the brain. It begins with an introduction to neural structure and function, explaining key methods and procedures used to explore the neural basis of cognition. The second part offers an updated overview of essential topics such as vision, attention, memory, speech and language, numeracy, executive function, and social and emotional behavior. Case studies, newspaper reports, and everyday examples are integrated to facilitate understanding of complex concepts. Each chapter features summaries of key terms, example essay questions for exam preparation, recommended further reading, and feature boxes addressing intriguing questions and their implications. Written in an engaging style by a leading researcher, this text is invaluable for undergraduate modules in cognitive neuroscience and can also serve as a key resource for courses in cognition, cognitive neuropsychology, or brain and behavior. It is a vital starting point for those embarking on research. Instructors recommending this guide receive free CD-ROM-based resources, including illustrated lecture slides, a bank of graded multiple-choice questions, and tailored lecture planning advice. Jamie Ward, a prominent authority on synaesthesia, has extensively researched and taught in various areas of cognitive neuroscience.