Biological Psychology, 3rd Edition

Dr William Brown, University of East London Frederick Toates is a Professor of Biological Psychology at the Open University who has 44 years experience of researching and teaching the subject across the UK, continental Europe and the USA. Assuming no prior knowledge of biology and building upon previous editions, Biological Psychology 3rd edition uses everyday experiences to explain complex concepts in an interesting and engaging way. This is complemented by a range of inventive pedagogical features and extensive full-colour illustrations to stimulate interest and help students to develop and test their understanding. Features • • • Learning outcomes, section summaries and ‘test your knowledge’ questions are included to aid the learning process and allow students to manage their progress. A dedicated feature on evolutionary psychology explains and explores this topic in depth. Greater depth in neuroscience and its methods ensures students are introduced to the debates within this topical area. Go to www.pearsoned.co.uk/toates for accompanying video clips, interactions, animations, self-test questions and research updates to help students consolidate their understanding and prepare for assessment. WEB Dr Michelle Lee, Swansea University ACCESS CODE INSIDE unlock valuable online learning resources ‘Toates is an excellent teacher and a real authority in this area. This textbook captures his knowledge and understanding, and his infectious love of the subject.’ Dr Graham Mitchell, The University of Northampton 3rd edition Biological Psychology Frederick Toates Frederick Toates ‘Toates cleverly weaves in perspectives from evolutionary psychology and uses current and relevant real-life examples to illuminate key points. ... should be at the top of any psychology student’s book list.’ Biological Psychology ‘Students worldwide will enjoy this text... a first choice for the next generation of undergraduates studying biology and psychology.’ 3rd edition www.pearson-books.com CVR_TOAT4994_03_SE_CVR.indd 1 ‘Toates introduces the main topics of neuroscience in a beautifully simple yet highly informative manner... and I strongly recommend it in the study of biological psychology.’ Dr Anna Scarnà, Oxford Brookes University 19/01/2011 11:51 We work with leading authors to develop the strongest educational materials in psychology, bringing cutting-edge thinking and best learning practice to a global market. Under a range of well-known imprints, including Prentice Hall, we craft high quality print and electronic publications that help readers to understand and apply their content, whether studying or at work. To find out more about the complete range of our publishing, please visit us on the World Wide Web at: www.pearsoned.co.uk. 3rd edition Biological Psychology Frederick Toates The Open University Pearson Education Limited Edinburgh Gate Harlow Essex CM20 2JE England and Associated Companies throughout the world Visit us on the World Wide Web at: www.pearsoned.co.uk First published 2001 Second edition 2007 Third edition 2011 © Pearson Education 2001, 2011 The right of Frederick Toates to be identified as the author of this work has been asserted by him in accordance with the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988. All rights reserved. No