Foundations of Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience

The increase in neuroscience-based content shared on mainstream and social media channels is growing day by day, and we often find ourselves following these contents shared by neuroscientists, psychologists, and neuropsychologists. Have you ever wondered about the foundations beneath those contents? Or have you gained the foundational knowledge necessary to make informed decisions about your potential interest in neuroscience-related disciplines? Or perhaps you are a parent looking to expand your knowledge on how our cognition and perception are shaped, in order to be more self-reliant in raising your children.Or, have you thought all the overload of information we are being faced these days, are they based on scientific knowledge? Should we internalize everything that is being shared with us? Or should we first learn from the ground up by ourselves?

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 neuroscientific, psychologic 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. It is designed to act as a knowledge base.

What 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.