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For courses in Physiological/Biopsychology An up-to-date, comprehensive, and accessible overview of behavioral neurosciencePhysiology of Behavior provides a scholarly yet accessible portrait of the dynamic interaction between biology and behavior. Lead author Neil Carlson and new co-author Melissa Birkett drew upon their experience teaching and working with students to create the new edition of this comprehensive and accessible guide for students of behavioral neuroscience. In addition to updated research, the Twelfth Edition offers an updated art and visual program and a more robust learning architecture that highlights key concepts, guiding students through the text.Physiology of Behavior, Twelfth Edition is also available via REVEL™, an immersive learning experience designed for the way today's students read, think, and learn.

Physiology of Behavior (12th Edition) by Neil R. Carlson

Neil R. Carlson's Physiology of Behavior, 12th Edition is an ideal resource for students and instructors of behavior, physiological psychology, and neuroscience. This classic text provides a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the biological bases of behavior. The 12th Edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in the field, while remaining true to the author's signature clear and engaging writing style.

Key updates to the 12th Edition include:

• New content on the neurobiology of pain, stress, and emotion.
• Expanded coverage of cognitive neuroscience, including chapters on memory and decision-making.
• New sections on the gut microbiome and its role in behavior.
• Updated figures and tables to illustrate the latest research findings.

Physiology of Behavior, 12th Edition is a must-have resource for students and instructors of behavior, physiological psychology, and neuroscience. This classic text provides a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the biological bases of behavior, and its clear and engaging writing style makes it an easy read for students of all levels.

Features of the 12th Edition:

• Comprehensive coverage of the biological bases of behavior
• Clear and engaging writing style
• New content on the neurobiology of pain, stress, and emotion
• Expanded coverage of cognitive neuroscience
• New sections on the gut microbiome and its role in behavior
• Updated figures and tables to illustrate the latest research findings

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction to Physiological Psychology
2. Basic Concepts of Neurobiology
3. The Neuron and Synaptic Transmission
4. The Central Nervous System
5. Sensory Systems
6. Motor Systems
7. The Autonomic Nervous System and Stress
8. Motivation and Emotion
9. Learning and Memory
10. Cognitive Neuroscience
11. The Gut Microbiome and Behavior