Christian Keysers

The Empathic Brain

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ISBN 13:
9789081829205
author:
Christian Keysers
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Social Brain Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
248
Dimensions:
21.6 x 14 x 1.4 cm
Genre:
Health, Family & Lifestyle, Medical & Healthcare Practitioners, Other Branches of Medicine
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.99

Description

The Empathic Brain: How the Discovery of Mirror Neurons Changes Our Understanding of Human Nature by Christian Keysers. Our brains are wired to respond to others, even when we're not physically present. This phenomenon is known as empathy, and it's been extensively studied in recent years. In this book, Dr. Christian Keysers explores the latest research on mirror neurons, which reveal how our brain processes emotions and sensations when we observe others. By examining experiments and studies from leading labs around the world, Keysers sheds light on the complex mechanisms behind empathy. He delves into the neural processes that allow us to connect with others, even in situations where we may not have a direct emotional response. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the science of human nature, revealing both the power and limitations of our empathic abilities. Through his research, Keysers provides new insights into why empathy is such an essential aspect of human relationships.

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