Foundations of Cognitive & Behavioral Neuroscience

We often find ourselves following the written and visual content shared by neuroscientists, psychologists, and neuropsychologists. But have you ever wondered about the rationale behind these posts? Or have you gained the foundational knowledge necessary to make informed decisions about your potential interest in neuroscience-related disciplines?

This book presents a guide that employs a neuroeducational methodology. It systematically explores topics, ''layer by layer'', where page layouts are formed accordingly, aiming to deepen the understanding and connecting concepts to enhance retention. Regardless of your age or educational background, this book aims to equip you for a journey of comprehending the fundamentals of neuroscience, enabling you to infer the motives behind psychologists' content sharing, and aiding you in determining whether pursuing education in neuroscience-related fields is a fitting choice for you.

You will learn:

• Neuroscience Fundamentals

.Understand the nervous system's components and functions.

.Explore the intricate world of neurons and glia in neural communication.

.Discover different brain regions and their roles in cognition and behavior.

.Gain insights into the interdisciplinary nature of neuroscience.

• Neural Communication

.Learn about how neurons communicate through action potentials and neurotransmitters.

.Delve into synaptic transmission and synaptic plasticity.

.Explore excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters and their significance.

• Neurodevelopment

.Explore early brain development, neural tube formation, and critical periods.

.Understand neural proliferation, migration, and differentiation.

• Sensory and Motor Systems

.Gain insights into how the brain processes sensory information.

.Learn about motor control, voluntary and involuntary movements, and motor pathways.

• Learning, Memory, and Cognitive Functions

.Understand the cellular and molecular mechanisms of memory formation.

.Explore different types of memory and their brain regions.

.Dive into cognitive functions like attention, perception, language, and executive control.

• Neural Plasticity and Brain Disorders

.Discover the mechanisms of neural plasticity and its role in learning and recovery.

.Explore common brain disorders, their neural basis, and potential treatments.

• Cognitive Architecture and Development

.Explore the core components of human cognitive architecture.

.Understand cognitive milestones and advancements across childhood and adolescence.

.Learn about schemas, cognitive flexibility, and their impact on decision-making.

• Affective Neuroscience and Neuroendocrinology

.Delve into emotions, their neural basis, and different emotional states.

.Learn about major glands, hormones, neurotransmitters, and neuropeptides.

• Neuropsychology and Clinical Aspects

.Understand neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

.Explore the neuropsychological aspects of brain disorders.

.Learn about assessment tools and techniques for psychological problems.