Reasoning: The Neuroscience of How We Think Contributor(s): Krawczyk, Daniel (Author) |
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ISBN: 0128092858 ISBN-13: 9780128092859 Publisher: Academic Press OUR PRICE: $94.95 Product Type: Paperback Published: November 2017 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Neuroscience - Science | Cognitive Science - Medical | Neuroscience |
LCCN: 2017959486 |
Physical Information: 0.8" H x 8.5" W x 10.8" (2.20 lbs) 352 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Reasoning: The Neuroscience of How We Think is a comprehensive guide to the core topics related to a thorough understanding of reasoning. It presents the current knowledge of the subject in a unified, complete manner, ranging from animal studies, to applied situations, and is the only book available that presents a sustained focus on the neurobiological processes behind reasoning throughout all chapters, while also synthesizing research from animal behavior, cognitive psychology, development, and philosophy for a truly multidisciplinary approach. The book considers historical perspectives, state-of-the-art research methods, and future directions in emerging technology and cognitive enhancement. Written by an expert in the field, this book provides a coherent and structured narrative appropriate for students in need of an introduction to the topic of reasoning as well as researchers seeking well-rounded foundational content. It is essential reading for neuroscientists, cognitive scientists, neuropsychologists and others interested in the neural mechanisms behind thinking, reasoning and higher cognition. |