Biological Psychology

Biological Psychology 2/e provides a full introduction to the core topics, concepts, research and debates that are central to our understanding of the brain and the biological basis of our behaviour. The new edition has been thoroughly revised and fully updated and includes an expanded treatment of evolutionary psychology and consciousness. Assuming no prior knowledge of biology, the text uses everyday experiences to fully explain complex concepts in an interesting and accessible way. This is complimented by a range of inventive pedagogical features and extensive full-colour illustrations to stimulate interest and help students develop and test their understanding.

Assuming no prior knowledge of biology and building upon previous editions, Biological Psychology 3rd edition uses everyday experiences to explain complex concepts in an interesting and engaging way.  This is complemented by a range of inventive pedagogical features and extensive full-colour illustrations to stimulate interest and help students to develop and test their understanding.

 

Features

• Learning outcomes, section summaries and 'test your knowledge' questions are included to aid the learning process and allow students to manage their progress.
• A dedicated feature on evolutionary psychology explains and explores this topic in depth.
• Greater depth on neuroscience and its methods ensures students are introduced to the debates within this topical area.

Go to www.pearsoned.co.uk/toates for accompanying video clips, interactions, animations, self-test questions and research updates to help students consolidate their understanding and prepare for assessment.

'Toates cleverly weaves in perspectives from evolutionary psychology and uses current and relevant real-life examples to illuminate key points.  ... should be at the top of any psychology student’s book list.'  Dr Michelle Lee, Swansea University

'Toates is an excellent teacher and a real authority in this area.  This textbook captures his knowledge and understanding, and his infectious love of the subject.' Dr Graham Mitchell, The University of Northampton 

'Toates introduces the main topics of neuroscience in a beautifully simple yet highly informative manner.. This text is engaging at all times, and I strongly recommend it in the study of biological psychology.' Dr Anna Scarnà, Oxford Brookes University 

Frederick Toates is a Professor of Biological Psychology at the Open University who has 44 years experience of researching and teaching the subject across the UK, continental Europe and the USA.