First published 2008
The human brain contains 100 billion neurons that process every sensation, thought, and emotion we experience. Neuroscientist Sandra Aamodt breaks down this complex organ into six accessible sections that reveal how our minds actually work. She explains how our senses gather information, how our understanding develops as we age, and how we balance emotional and rational thinking. Aamodt also examines what happens in our brains during sleep and under the influence of substances like alcohol and drugs. Along the way, she destroys popular misconceptions about the brain. Does listening to Mozart boost a child's intelligence? No. Do we only use ten percent of our neurons? Absolutely not. Aamodt compares human brains to those of other mammals and reveals the science behind memory formation and dreams. This book makes neuroscience accessible to any curious reader.
Genres: science, neuroscience, brain, non-fiction, academic, science-nature
Vibes: accessible, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: accessible-non-fiction, educational, myth-busting
336 pages · Hardcover · EDB NO FICCION