Books & References
This informative website is designed to teach you the basics of Neuropsychology and delineate the fundamentals behind this fascinating subject.
Neuroscience, Neuropsychology, Biopsychology/Psychobiology are all connotations of the study of the brain and its biological functioning. However, one simply cannot take all the credit for the information and research provided, so I have compiled a list of my favourite psychology books. Check them out>
So where do I get my information from? Well, good old fashioned books, logic, and curiosity of course!
In addition, here are some very interesting websites appertaining to the field of Psychology:
http://www.sciencedaily.com/news/mind_brain/psychology/
http://www.bps.org.uk/careers-education-training/how-become-psychologist/types-psychologists/becoming-neuropsychologist/be
fun hemisphere game:
http://www.personalitytest.net/quizzes/quiz3/
Free IQ Test. Take it if you dare!
http://www.brainmetrix.com/free-iq-test/
Author: John Pinel
Publishing Date: 1997
Description: Presents comprehensive coverage of the discipline of biopsychology, with a strong research base and a student-oriented approach. Difficult technical topics such as neuroanatomy, neuropsychology and genetics have been simplified in this edition, and anecdotes, metaphors and case studies are included.
Author: Michael W. Eysenck
Publishing Date: 1995
Description: A thorough revision of the second edition considers the three main perspectives on cognitive psychology: experimental cognitive psychology; cognitive science and cognitive neuropsychology.
Author: Arthur S. Reber
Publication Date: 1995
Description: Yes, it's a dictionary, but quite possibly one of the most detailed psychology dictionaries out there. This book aims to resolve some of the problems raised by psychological terms. As well as focusing on what a given technical term means, the author shows how the term is actually employed, its connections and how it has been used - and abused - in the past.
Author: Richard Gross
Publication Date: 1996
Description: This text aims to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to biopsychology. It explains biopsychological jargon, enabling students to employ the terminology confidently and appropriately, and covers the A and AS Level biopsychology component of all syllabuses.
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