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Emotional Ignorance

Lost and found in the science of emotion
By Dean Burnett
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Emotional Ignorance by Dean Burnett delves into the intricate world of human emotions, exploring what they are, why we have them, and how they affect our lives. Through a blend of scientific insights and personal anecdotes, the book examines how emotions influence everything from decision-making to relationships, shedding light on the mysterious realm of human feelings.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by the inner workings of emotions and the science behind them. Dean Burnett offers a humorous yet insightful exploration into how emotions affect our daily lives and the ways in which we understand them. It's an engaging read for anyone interested in the intersection of neuroscience and human behaviour.

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Emotional Ignorance

After losing his dad, a neuroscientist goes on a journey of discovery into where our emotions come from, what purpose they serve, and why they make us feel the way they do.

After losing his dad, a neuroscientist goes on a journey of discovery into where our emotions come from, what purpose they serve, and why they make us feel the way they do.

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Why do we have nightmares? Get hangry? Relive embarrassing memories? Find canned laughter so annoying - and fake news so effective?

Emotions can be a pain. If only we were more rational, life would be a lot easier, wouldn't it?

Dean Burnett certainly used to think so. And then, in April 2020, his father died of Covid-19. Suddenly, Dean was confronted with a host of powerful, unfamiliar and often unwelcome emotions. And so, he decided to put his feelings under the microscope - for science.

In Emotional Ignorance, Dean takes us on his incredible journey of discovery. Along the way, he reveals:

  • why we would ever follow our gut;
  • whether things really were better in the old days;
  • why it's so hard to stop doomscrolling;
  • whether women really are more emotional than men (spoiler: no).

Combining expert analysis with powerful insights into the grieving process, the end result is a fascinating and endlessly entertaining account of the science underlying our emotional lives.

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Emotional Ignorance by Dean Burnett receives praise for its humorous and insightful exploration of human emotions. Critics appreciate Burnett's ability to blend science with personal anecdotes, making complex neurological concepts accessible and entertaining. The book is noted for offering a fresh perspective on the intricacies of emotions while providing guidance on understanding them better.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783351732

Publisher: Guardian Faber Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 January 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Guardian Faber Publishing

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 523g

Pages: 416

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About the Author

Dean Burnett is a neuroscientist, blogger, sometimes-comedian and author. He lives in Cardiff, and is currently an honorary research associate at the Cardiff University Psychology School. His previous books, The Idiot Brain and The Happy Brain, were international bestsellers published in over 25 countries. His Guardian articles have been read over 16 million times and he currently writes the 'Brain Yapping' blog for the Cosmic Shambles network.

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