Download e-book for iPad: Great Myths of the Brain (Great Myths of Psychology) by Christian Jarrett

By Christian Jarrett

Great Myths of the Brain introduces readers to the sphere of neuroscience by means of analyzing renowned myths in regards to the human brain.

 

  • Explores commonly-held myths of the mind throughout the lens of clinical study, backing up claims with experiences and different facts from the literature
  • Looks at enduring myths akin to “Do we simply use 10% of our brain?”, “Pregnant girls lose their mind”, “Right-brained everyone is extra artistic” and plenty of more.
  • Delves into myths in relation to particular mind problems, together with epilepsy, autism, dementia, and others
  • Written engagingly and accessibly for college kids and lay readers alike, supplying a distinct advent to the research of the brain
  • Teaches readers the best way to spot neuro hype and neuro-nonsense claims within the media

 

 

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