Cette série propose des introductions accessibles aux principes fondamentaux des neurosciences, conçues pour les étudiants et les lecteurs non spécialistes. Chaque volume explore des domaines clés de la recherche en neurosciences pertinents pour les grands secteurs de la psychologie. Rédigés par des experts de premier plan en neurosciences cognitives, sociales, affectives, développementales, cliniques et appliquées, ces ouvrages servent d'excellents primers pour comprendre l'interaction complexe entre le cerveau et le comportement. Ils constituent des ressources idéales pour saisir les fondements biologiques des phénomènes psychologiques.
This book offers an accessible account of the neuroscience behind suicidal behavior and its potential for prevention. Neuroscience opens up opportunities to dispel myths that continue to hinder suicide prevention by helping people to understand suicide and providing effective prevention methods.
The Neuroscience of Creativity introduces readers to the fascinating study of creativity and the brain, providing both the tools for further study and an explanation of the latest neuroscientific findings. Directed at a wide readership, it is a helpful guide into creativity research for students, researchers and non-specialists alike.
Exploring the functioning of the creative brain, this book delves into various domains including music, literature, visual arts, kinesthetic skills, and science. It offers insights into the processes behind creativity and provides methods for studying these cognitive mechanisms.
Written by an award-winning developmental neuroscientist, this is a comprehensive and cutting-edge account of the latest research on the adolescent brain.
Exploring the preventability of suicide, this book delves into neuroscientific research that uncovers critical insights into the underlying mechanisms of suicidal behavior. It challenges prevailing misconceptions and offers evidence-based strategies for intervention, highlighting the role of mental health care and societal support. By emphasizing the importance of understanding the brain's functions and emotional responses, the work aims to foster hope and promote proactive measures to reduce suicide rates.