Physiology of behavior

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Author:

Carlson, Neil R., 1942-

ISBN:

9780205467242

9780205496921

Personal Author:

Carlson, Neil R., 1942-

Edition:

9th ed.

Publication Information:

Boston : Pearson Allyn & Bacon, c2007.

Physical Description:

xviii, 734 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.).

Contents:

Ch. 1. Introduction -- Ch. 2. Structure and functions of cells of the nervous system -- Ch. 3. Structure of the nervous system -- Ch. 4. Psychopharmacology -- Ch. 5. Methods and strategies of research -- Ch. 6. Vision -- Ch. 7. Audition, the body senses, and the chemical senses -- Ch. 8. Control of movement -- Ch. 9. Sleep and biological rhythms -- Ch. 10. Reproductive behavior -- Ch. 11. Emotion -- Ch. 12. Ingestive behavior -- Ch. 13. Learning and memory -- Ch. 14. Human communication -- Ch. 15. Neurological disorders -- Ch. 16. Schizophrenia and the affective disorders -- Ch. 17. Anxiety disorders, autistic disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and stress disorders -- Ch. 18. Drug abuse.

Subject Term:

Psychophysiology.

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Summary

The Ninth Edition of Physiology of Behavior continues its tradition as the most comprehensive, current, and teachable text for physiological psychology. This extensive revision of a classic text incorporates the latest discoveries in the rapidly changing fields of neuroscience and physiological psychology and offers the most comprehensive and integrative coverage of research and theory in contemporary behavioral neuroscience. Thoughtfully organized, it offers scholarly, yet accessible coverage and effectively emphasizes the dynamic interaction between biology and behavior. Collaboration with a talented artist has provided beautiful, accurate, and informative full-color illustrations that further enhance the appeal to both students and professors alike.