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Fundamentals of Biological Psychology A Critical Perspective

Coming soon in January 2026
Published 2025

Description

This undergraduate biological psychology textbook offers a critical introduction to brain and behavior. Psychology lectures open with 'the brain is the most complex and mysterious object in the universe', only to quickly reduce that complexity by teaching simplified models. This textbook challenges these narratives by focusing on the latest neurotechnological advances, to clarify the limits of current models, and to inspire the development of safe and accessible technologies for human use. Its central aim is to promote critical thinking and…

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Key features

  • Walks through complex topics using an approachable and conversational writing style
  • Provides a foundation for scientific literacy, from designing an experiment to analyzing and interpreting scientific literature
  • Grounds students in up-to-date scholarship and emerging technology to explore some of the most recent research questions in the field
  • Features fascinating and motivating topics in brain science, such as brain-computer interfaces, mental health, and psychoactive drugs
  • Numerous pedagogical features help reinforce learning: full-colour illustrations, learning objectives, focus boxes, bolded key terms, end-of-chapter summaries, review questions, and recommended further reading and links

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