Neuroscience of Stress: From Neurobiology to Cognitive, Emotional and Behavioral Sciences

The textbook provides an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of stress, helping students and professionals understand the main neurobiological and psychological causes and consequences of stress in human beings. It aims to understand the concept of stress at different levels, from the impact of environmental stressors to its processing in the brain, and from the neural mechanisms involved in this processing to the expression of different adaptive responses. It is accompanied by descriptive graphics to clearly illustrate every detail and clinical expressions of stress, such as mood and anxiety disorders, are also covered. It will provide a comprehensive and clear introduction to the study of stress to students and professionals from different fields of the behavioral and health sciences.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 210 pages
Publication date: 18 May 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive textbook offers an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted phenomenon of stress, providing students and professionals with a deep understanding of its neurobiological and psychological origins and consequences. With a focus on unraveling the concept of stress at various levels, from the impact of environmental stressors to its intricate processing in the brain, and from the neural mechanisms involved in this processing to the diverse adaptive responses it elicits, the book aims to shed light on the intricate mechanisms underlying stress.

The content is presented in a highly detailed and comprehensive manner, accompanied by illustrative graphics that vividly depict every aspect, facilitating a seamless integration of the covered concepts. Moreover, the textbook delves into clinical manifestations of stress, including an overview of factors contributing to vulnerability and resilience, offering a unique and fundamental perspective on this interdisciplinary field.

Due to its interdisciplinary nature, Neuroscience of Stress: From Neurobiology to Cognitive, Emotional, and Behavioral Sciences serves as an invaluable resource for students and professionals across various fields within the behavioral and health sciences. It will be an essential text for inclusion in courses spanning a wide range of graduate programs, including mental health and well-being, health promotion and disease prevention, psychiatry and behavioral medicine, among others. By offering a comprehensive and clear introduction to the study of stress, this textbook empowers individuals to gain a deeper comprehension of this complex phenomenon and its implications for human health and well-being.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031008665
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022