Great Myths of the Brain

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By Christian Jarrett

Series: Great Myths of Psychology

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Great Myths of the Brain by Christian Jarrett delves into widely held misconceptions about how our brains function. It offers an engaging exploration of various myths, debunking common beliefs, and providing insights into the latest scientific understanding of the brain. The book invites readers to reconsider what they know and appreciate the complexities of the human brain.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the inner workings of the mind and enjoy uncovering misconceptions we've come to accept about the brain. Christian Jarrett unravels intriguing myths, providing both a historical perspective and a scientific approach to understanding one of the most complex organs, making it a captivating read for those interested in psychology and popular science.

Great Myths of the Brain

Great Myths of the Human Brain utilizes cutting edge research in its comprehensive examination of dozens of myths surrounding the function of the human brain. Issues relating to brain myths are backed by the latest research and presented in an entertaining and accessible manner by an award-winning author. .

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Great Myths of the Brain introduces readers to the field of neuroscience by examining popular myths about the human brain.

Explore the commonly-held myths of the brain through the lens of scientific research, backing up claims with studies and other evidence from the literature:

Look at enduring myths such as "Do we only use 10% of our brain?", "Pregnant women lose their mind", "Right-brained people are more creative" and many more.
Delve into myths relating to specific brain disorders, including epilepsy, autism, dementia, and others.
Written engagingly and accessibly for students and lay readers alike, providing a unique introduction to the study of the brain.
Learn how to spot neuro hype and neuro-nonsense claims in the media.

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Great Myths of the Brain by Christian Jarrett receives praise for effectively debunking common misconceptions about the brain with clear and accurate explanations. Reviewers highlight the book's broad scope, covering both historical and modern myths, and commend Jarrett's ability to present complex neuroscience in an engaging and accessible manner. It's recommended for amateur brain enthusiasts seeking to understand the truth behind popular brain myths.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118312711

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 October 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 147.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 476g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Christian Jarrett has a PhD in Cognitive Neurosciencefrom the University of Manchester. He is editor of the BritishPsychological Society s Research Digest; author of theBrain Watch blog for WIRED; a blogger for Psychology Today;and columnist for 99U, the New York-based creativity think tank.Dr. Jarrett is also the author of The Rough Guide toPsychology (2011) and editor of 30 Second Psychology (IconBooks)