The Human Amygdala

The Human Amygdala
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Publisher : Guilford Press
Total Pages : 465
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ISBN-10 : 9781606230336
ISBN-13 : 1606230336
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Book Synopsis The Human Amygdala by : Paul J. Whalen

Download or read book The Human Amygdala written by Paul J. Whalen and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building on pioneering animal studies, and making use of new, noninvasive techniques for studying the human brain, research on the human amygdala has blossomed in recent years. This comprehensive volume brings together leading authorities to synthesize current knowledge on the amygdala and its role in psychological function and dysfunction. Initial chapters discuss how animal models have paved the way for work with human subjects. Next, the book examines the amygdala's involvement in emotional processing, learning, memory, and social interaction. The final section presents key advances in understanding specific clinical disorders: anxiety disorders, depression, schizophrenia, autism, and Alzheimer's disease. Illustrations include more than 25 color plates.


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