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Neurochemistry of consciousness : neurotransmitters in mind /
This pioneering book explores in depth the role of neurotransmitters in conscious awareness. The central aim is to identify common neural denominators of conscious awareness, informed by the neurochemistry of natural, drug induced and pathological states of consciousness. Chemicals such as acetylcho...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Otros Autores: | , , |
| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Amsterdam ; Philadelphia :
J. Benjamins Pub. Co.,
©2002.
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| Colección: | Advances in consciousness research ;
v. 36. |
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
| Sumario: | This pioneering book explores in depth the role of neurotransmitters in conscious awareness. The central aim is to identify common neural denominators of conscious awareness, informed by the neurochemistry of natural, drug induced and pathological states of consciousness. Chemicals such as acetylcholine and dopamine, which bridge the synaptic gap between neurones, are the 'neurotransmitters in mind' that form the substance of the volume, which is essential reading for all who believe that unravelling mechanisms of consciousness must include these vital systems of the brain. Up-to-date informati. |
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| Descripción Física: | 1 online resource (xii, 344 pages) : illustrations |
| Bibliografía: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 0585461252 9780585461250 9027297894 9789027297891 9789027251565 9027251568 9781588111241 1588111245 |
| ISSN: | 1381-589X ; |