Biological Aspects of Behaviour (Longman Essential Psychology) [Textbook Binding]

Daniel P. Kimble (Author, Editor), Andrew M. Colman (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1995 | ISBN-10: 0582278120 | ISBN-13: 978-0582278127

Biological Aspects of Behaviour focuses on those areas of psychology which overlap with the biological sciences. This concise text covers topics such as: the main research methods and findings of both human and animal behaviour genetics; evolutionary aspects of human and animal behaviour; hereditary aspects of human intelligence and mental disorders; the structure and functions of the major anatomical units of the nervous system and the brain; the behavioural and physiological properties of sleep and dreaming and psychological features of dreams; the classification of psychoactive drugs and the way drugs affect mood and states of consciousness and are used to treat behavioural disorders.

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Review of the Longman Essential Psychology Series: '...this series is an impressive learning and teaching aid for undergraduates. It provides easy, up-to-date access on most core subjects and can easily form the basis of a preliminary or revision reading list for any solid undergraduate course. It can also be an invaluable aid for graduate students and faculty who wish to refresh their knowledge. In sum, this impressive series is a concise, accurate, and easily digestible source of essential knowledge in psychology.' The Psychologist

Product Details

• Textbook Binding: 143 pages
• Publisher: Longman Group United Kingdom (June 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0582278120
• ISBN-13: 978-0582278127
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,040,317 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)