The Brain Explained [Paperback]

Daniel Drubach (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0137961944 | ISBN-13: 978-0137961948 | Publication Date: September 20, 1999 | Edition: 1

A fascinating read for non-medical layman and allied health field professionals, this unique book on neuroscience goes beyond discussions on the morphology and physiology of the brain by presenting the central nervous system as what it is: not only a group of neurons and lobes, but an extremely complex, integrated system responsible for an extraordinarily wide scope of functions. "Holistic" in approach, it integrates data from the realms of basic sciences, psychology, psychiatry, and neurology - covering a significant amount of updated subject matter plus material rarely found in standard neuroanatomy and neurophysiology texts - such as drug abuse, nutrition, brain plasticity, dreaming, consciousness, and aggression. Presents a witty, conversational and captivating narrative, interjecting discussions of complex concepts with humor, anecdotes, philosophical discussions and clinical case studies. For professionals in such allied health fields as nursing, social work, psychology, and the rehabilitation disciplines, including physical, occupational, recreational and speech and language therapies.

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A fascinating read for non-medical layman and allied health field professionals, this unique book on neuroscience goes beyond discussions on the morphology and physiology of the brain by presenting the central nervous system as what it is: not only a group of neurons and lobes, but an extremely complex, integrated system responsible for an extraordinarily wide scope of functions. "Holistic" in approach, it integrates data from the realms of basic sciences, psychology, psychiatry, and neurology - covering a significant amount of updated subject matter plus material rarely found in standard neuroanatomy and neurophysiology texts - such as drug abuse, nutrition, brain plasticity, dreaming, consciousness, and aggression. Presents a witty, conversational and captivating narrative, interjecting discussions of complex concepts with humor, anecdotes, philosophical discussions and clinical case studies. For professionals in such allied health fields as nursing, social work, psychology, and the rehabilitation disciplines, including physical, occupational, recreational and speech and language therapies.

Product Details

• Paperback: 168 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (September 20, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0137961944
• ISBN-13: 978-0137961948
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #920,523 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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25 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Facinating - absolutly facinating, November 1, 1999

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I am a layman without any knowledge of the dynamics of the brain. I just couldn't put the book down. It was slow reading but well worth it. I look at life in a very different way.

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to understand, March 2, 2011

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A great book for any age. This book is informative read with use of pictures and analogies. You do not have to be medical student to understand this concise and entertaining book. Great primer for people who want to an overview of the brain in relation to a traumatic brain issue.

4.0 out of 5 stars The Brain Explained, September 5, 2010

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This book is fantastic for people who are conceptual learners. It made the neuroanatomy easy to understand, as well as the functional aspects of neurology. The book was actually missing page 10 and 11 (ie page 9 was printed on one page and page 12 was on the next page). Other than that, fantastic, very happy!