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Fundamentals of Cognitive Neuroscience: A Beginner's Guide

Medicine Made Simple

Published
August 9, 2026
Duration
25:16
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Last updated
Sep 6, 2026

Discusses health.

Summary

A comprehensive introductory guide to the biological mechanisms of the human mind. Authors Nicole M. Gage and Bernard J. Baars explore the neural framework of everyday experiences, such as memory, perception, and emotion, through the lens of modern brain imaging technology. The text emphasizes the interaction between conscious and unconscious processes, u…

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A comprehensive introductory guide to the biological mechanisms of the human mind. Authors Nicole M. Gage and Bernard J. Baars explore the neural framework of everyday experiences, such as memory, perception, and emotion, through the lens of modern brain imaging technology. The text emphasizes the interaction between conscious and unconscious processes, using a "theater" analogy to illustrate how attention and working memory function. It further examines neuroanatomy and connectivity, detailing

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  • health