A Student's Guide to Cognitive Neuropsychology

Are all brains the same? What causes amnesia? And why did a man mistake his psychologist for George Michael? Find out the answers to these questions, and much more, in A Student's Guide to Cognitive Neuropsychology.Written in an informative and accessible style, this comprehensive text guides you through the traditional areas of cognitive neuropsychology and beyond, applying core theoretical principles to real-world scenarios. Covering topics from memory to facial recognition, and from language to neglect, this textbook is essential reading for any student of cognitive neuropsychology. A Student's Guide to Cognitive Neuropsychology also includes features to help enhance your understanding of cognitive neuropsychology, such as: Important researcher spotlightsKey research studies Questions for reflectionFurther reading Ashok Jansari is Senior Lecturer in Cognitive Neuropsychology at Goldsmiths, University of London.