Taylor, Sandie
Cognitive Psychology: The Basics (The Basics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780367856854
- author:
- Taylor, Sandie
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 306
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 13 x 2 centimeters (0.45
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Cognitive,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Cognitive Psychology: The Basics provides a comprehensive introduction to the core topics in the field, exploring the science behind everyday cognitive phenomena. The book delves into laboratory and applied theory, research, and technological developments to illustrate how our understanding of the brain's role in cognition is continually evolving. It covers traditional topics, such as attention and perception, learning and memory, and language, as well as newer areas like neuroscience and computational cognitive science. Real-world examples are used to explain the role of human cognition in everyday life, making it an accessible and student-friendly text.