May 1, 2024
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Cognitive neuroscience is the scientific field that studies the biological processes that underlie cognition. These processes include perception, attention, language, memory, decision-making, problem-solving, and emotion. Cognitive neuroscience is a relatively new field, with most of the research being conducted in the last 50 years. However, it has already made significant contributions to our understanding of the mind and brain.
History of Cognitive Neuroscience
The history of cognitive neuroscience can be traced back to the early 19th century, when scientists began to study the effects of brain damage on cognition. In the 1860s, French neurologist Paul Broca discovered that damage to a specific area of the brain, now known as Broca's area, caused difficulty with speech production. This discovery led to the understanding that different areas of the brain are responsible for different cognitive functions.
In the early 20th century, scientists began to use new technologies, such as electroencephalography (EEG) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), to study the brain. These technologies allowed scientists to visualize brain activity and to better understand the relationship between brain activity and cognition.
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A comprehensive overview of the cognitive neuroscience of attention, covering topics such as the neural mechanisms of attention, the development of attention, and the disorders of attention.
A comprehensive overview of the cognitive neuroscience of language, covering topics such as the neural mechanisms of language production and comprehension, the development of language, and the disorders of language.
A comprehensive overview of the cognitive neuroscience of memory, covering topics such as the neural mechanisms of memory formation and retrieval, the development of memory, and the disorders of memory.
An entry-level textbook that provides a comprehensive overview of the field of cognitive neuroscience, including topics such as perception, attention, memory, language, and decision-making. The authors are leading researchers in the field, and the book is known for its clear and engaging writing.
Written in German, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the field of cognitive neuroscience, covering topics such as perception, attention, memory, language, and decision-making.
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