Carter, Rita
The Brain in Minutes
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786485793
- author:
- Carter, Rita
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Quercus Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 126 mm X 126 mm
- Genre:
- 12.9 x 12.9 x 2.8 centimetres (0, Science, Biology, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Brain in Minutes: 200 Key Ideas of Neuroscience Explained in an Instant by Rita Carter. Discover the intricate workings of the human brain and unlock its secrets. This comprehensive guide delves into the complex structure of the brain, explaining how it controls everything from basic functions like breathing and sleep to higher-level processes such as identity, imagination, and emotions. From amnesia to autism, schizophrenia to dementia, Rita Carter demystifies a range of conditions affecting the mind, providing clarity on their causes, symptoms, and treatments. The book also explores the future of brain research, including its integration with computers. With 200 high-tech scans, images, and diagrams, this book provides a detailed understanding of the human brain's structure and workings, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in neuroscience and the mind.