The Psychology of Cognition: An Introduction to Cognitive Neuroscience

The book "Cognitive Neuroscience: An Integrated Approach" is a comprehensive and multidisciplinary textbook that covers cognitive psychology, cognitive neurosciences, clinical neuropsychology, and computational modeling. It discusses contemporary theoretical frameworks, such as embodied cognition and predictive coding, and offers a layered approach to complex topics. The book focuses on cognitive control, attention, consciousness, and emerging topics like action and action control, multisensory integration, perception and action integration, and social cognition. It includes computational modeling and a concluding chapter on applied cognitive psychology. The book is highly illustrated and includes pedagogical features to aid students' curiosity, critical thinking, and understanding of scientific work.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 822 pages
Publication date: 19 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

A comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex workings of the human mind encompasses contributions from cognitive psychology, cognitive neurosciences, clinical neuropsychology, and computational modeling. This text stands out by delving into contemporary theoretical frameworks like embodied cognition and predictive coding, presenting a layered approach that builds upon foundational concepts. It places a strong emphasis on cognitive control, attention, and consciousness, while also exploring emerging topics such as action and action control, multisensory integration, perception and action integration, and social cognition.

To enhance understanding, the book incorporates computational modeling and concludes with a chapter focused on applied cognitive psychology. Additionally, it provides a comprehensive overview of brain anatomy and function, aiding in the comprehension of neuroscience and neuropsychology research. Throughout the text, interesting historical side-notes and in-depth discussions of important techniques and other intriguing notes are included to spark students' curiosity, promote critical thinking, and deepen their understanding of scientific work.

The book is extensively illustrated, making it visually appealing and conducive to learning. Its pedagogical features are designed to engage students, including case studies, discussion questions, and exercises, helping them apply the knowledge gained to real-world situations. Whether you are a student, researcher, or professional in the field of psychology or neuroscience, this text offers valuable insights and a wealth of information to deepen your understanding of the human mind and its functions.

Weight: 2396g
Dimension: 212 x 301 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032333618