Attention

This book explores how we make sense of the information we are bombarded with daily and how we act upon it. It investigates the processes of selective attention, multi-tasking, and the control of action and considers the link between attention and consciousness. It is an up-to-date study of an important and fast-developing area in psychology with significant implications for our understanding of cognition and disorders such as ADHD and schizophrenia.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 01 January 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Information overload is a common phenomenon in our daily lives, with an overwhelming abundance of images and sounds bombarding us every day. This book delves into the intricate process of how we navigate and make sense of this vast array of information, ultimately influencing our actions. It explores the mechanisms of selective attention, allowing us to filter and prioritize certain pieces of information while disregarding others. Furthermore, it examines how we can control our responses to this information, whether it be through conscious or unconscious processes.

Attention is a multifaceted phenomenon that intertwines with perception, memory, action, and consciousness. This book begins by examining the mechanisms of selective attention, specifically in the domains of auditory and visual information. It then proceeds to explore how this information is integrated and how cross-modal effects occur. The book further delves into the attention processes involved in multitasking, seemingly automatic responses to stimuli, and the regulation of action.

The final chapter of the book examines the link between attention and conscious and unconscious processes. It explores some research findings that challenge traditional notions of consciousness and raise intriguing questions about the nature of our subjective experiences.

This book serves as a comprehensive and up-to-date exploration of a crucial and rapidly evolving field within psychology. By drawing upon evidence from cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and neuropsychology, it provides a deep understanding of current theories in attention. It is an accessible and engaging text that is particularly suitable for undergraduate psychology students, offering a foundational understanding of this important topic.

Dimension: 216 x 172 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780415592109