About the Book
Instant Notes in Physiological Psychology provides a succinct overview of the key topics in physiological psychology, providing easy access to the core information in the field. Although physiological psychology is a required component of most degrees, the authors recognise that many students come from non-scientific backgrounds and may find the subject daunting. This book covers all of the essential topics in a format that is ideal for learning and rapid revision for students from all backgrounds. It can serve as a core text, supplemented by readings in the original literature, as a reference guide for students and lecturers alike, or as an ideal revision revision guide prior to exams.
Instant Notes in Physiological Psychology is primarily intended for students taking a first course in the subject, but can also be used as an introduction to the field for undergraduates and graduates from other subject areas.
Table of Contents:
Preface, H. Wagner, K. Silber; The science of physiological psychology; Chapter A1 Psychology andMethods of Research, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Neural conduction and synaptic transmission; Chapter B1 The Components of the Nervous System, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter B2 Transmission of the Nerve Impulse, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter B3 Synaptic Transmission, H. Wagner, K. Silber; The central nervous system; Chapter C1 The Anatomy of the Central Nervous System, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter C2 Localization of Cortical Function, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter C3 Hemispheric Lateralization, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter C4 Brain Damage and Recovery, H. Wagner, K. Silber; The peripheral nervous system; Chapter D1 The peripheral nervous system, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter D2 The peripheral nervous system, H. Wagner, K. Silber; The endocrine system; Chapter E1 Hormones and Their Action, K. Brich, D. MacLaren, K. George; Chapter E2 The Pituitary Gland, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter E3 The Adrenal Glands, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter E4 The Pancreas, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter E5 The Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter E6 The Gonads, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter E7 The other Glands, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Psychopharmacology; Chapter F1 The Principles of Drug Action, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter F2 Sites of Drug Action, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter F3 Psychoactive Drugs, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter F4 Tolerance and Dependence, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Vision; Chapter G1 The Visual System, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter G2 Coding in the Retina and Lateral Geniculate Nucleus, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter G3 Coding in the Visual Cortex, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter G4 Two Visual Systems, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Audition; Chapter H1 The Auditory System, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter H2 Coding for Pitch and Timbre, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter H3 The Localization of Sound, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Other senses; Chapter I1 The Somatosensory System, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter I2 Taste and Smell: The Chemical Senses, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Movement; Chapter J1 Muscles and Reflexes, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter J2 Control of Movement by the Brain, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Exercise Physiology, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter K2 The Functions of Sleep, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter K3 Mechanisms of Sleep and Arousal, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter K4 Biological Rhythms, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter K5 Disruptions of Sleep and Rhythms, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Regulation of internal states; Chapter L1 Homeostasis, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter L2 Thirst and Drinking, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Eating; Chapter M1 Digestion, Energy use and Storage, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter M2 Physiological Mechanisms in Eating, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter M3 Dietary Choice and Psychological Factors, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter M4 Weight Control and its Disorders, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Reproductive behavior; Chapter N1 Reproduction and Sexual Differentiation, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter N2 Hormonal Control of Sexual Behavior, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter N3 Neural Mechanisms in Sexual Behavior, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter N4 Parental Behaviour, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Emotion; Chapter O1 Peripheral Factors in Emotion, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter O2 Central Mechanisms in Emotion, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter O3 Emotional Expression, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter O4 Aggression, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter O5 Stress and Psychosomatic Illness, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Learning and Memory; Chapter P1 The Nature of Learning and Memory, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter P2 Classical and Instrumental Conditioning, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter P3 Brain Structures Involved in Memor, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter P4 The Neural Basis of Learning and Memory, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter P5 Amnesia, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Language; Chapter Q1 Language and its Disorders, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter Q2 The Neural Basis of Language, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Psychopathology; Chapter R1 Schizophrenia, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter R2 Mood Disorders, H. Wagner, K. Silber; Chapter R3 Anxiety Disorders, K. Brich, D. MacLaren, K. George;
About the Author :
H. Wagner, K. Silber
Review :
"This book successfully tackles a rather complicated and daunting subject, physiological psychology, and presents it in a more student-friendly form. This presentation promotes confidence and mastery of the material" (Doody's Review Service) "This book will be best served by those within the field of psychology, notably undergraduate and graduate students. Additionally, professors of psychology, like myself, will find this book to be a quick reference and an occasional refresher or springboard for research. The authors bring with them a number of years of teaching physiological psychology, and it clearly shows." (Doody's Review Service) "Pound for pound, one of the finer supplementary books available today. Well-written, easy-to-use, and a strong resource for students. Highly recommended!" (Doody's Review Service)
