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The human amygdala /

Building on pioneering animal studies, and making use of new, noninvasive techniques for studying the human brain, research on the human amygdala has blossomed in recent years. This comprehensive volume brings together leading authorities to synthesize current knowledge on the amygdala and its role...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Otros Autores: Whalen, Paul J., 1963-, Phelps, Elizabeth A.
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New York : Guilford Press, ©2009.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:Building on pioneering animal studies, and making use of new, noninvasive techniques for studying the human brain, research on the human amygdala has blossomed in recent years. This comprehensive volume brings together leading authorities to synthesize current knowledge on the amygdala and its role in psychological function and dysfunction. Initial chapters discuss how animal models have paved the way for work with human subjects. Next, the book examines the amygdala's involvement in emotional processing, learning, memory, and social interaction. The final section presents key advances in unde.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xiv, 429 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates) : illustrations (some color)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781606230947
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9781606230336
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