Brain and Mind Made Simple

A stimulating account of the relationship between the ions,membranes, and pumps of the brain and our thoughts, senses, feelings, impulses, and consciousness, written by one of the UK's leading brain science experts. It deals with tantalizing questions such as how memory works, why we sleep, dream, and wake up, how fears, threats, and nightmares penetrate our mental defenses, and how drugs, alcohol, psychedelics, and medicines improve or hinder our thoughts, actions, or behavior. It also explains how we can "see inside the brain," why we sometimes make a fool of ourselves, may have near-death experiences, and whether epilepsy is an "affliction of the Gods."

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 180 pages
\n Publication date: 05 October 2021
\n Publisher: Waterside Press
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This captivating book is a must-read for students studying neuroscience, psychology, psychiatry, or biology, as well as for those embarking on their academic journey, including undergraduates and A-level students. Authored by one of the foremost experts in brain science in the UK, it delves into the intricate relationship between the brain's ions, membranes, and pumps and our thoughts, senses, feelings, impulses, and consciousness. The book addresses a range of intriguing questions, such as: What are the "locks and keys" of the brain? How does memory function, and why do we forget? Why do we sleep, dream, and hopefully wake up ready to conquer the day? How do fears, threats, and nightmares penetrate our mental defenses? Or, how do drugs, alcohol, psychedelics, and medicines influence our thoughts, actions, or behavior? Are our eyes connected to the brain, and why do we sometimes perceive things that aren't actually there? Or hear "voices"? Furthermore, the book offers insights into how we can "see inside the brain," the potential for near-death experiences, and whether epilepsy can be considered an "affliction of the Gods." It also explores the differences between delusion and schizophrenia, as well as the connections between worry, anxiety, depression, mania, and euphoria. The book covers a wide array of topics, including obsession, stress, and repetitive behavior, providing a comprehensive and insightful guide that is both expert and accessible to a broad audience.

\n Weight: 322g\n
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781914603006\n \n