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d concise text offers undergraduate students a brief but solid introduction to the fundamental concepts of cognitive psychology. Fundamentals of Cognitive Psychology, Second Edition adds and integrates the latest developments in the field, including the transformational findings of cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, emotion, and cognitive development. Offering a coherent perspective on what is happening at the leading edge of the field today, this text will engage students interest with its relevant and insightful examples of important concepts in cognitive psychology. New to the Second Edition New neuroimaging graphics provide state-of-the-art view of neuroscience in cognitive psychology. The latest research on the default network of the brain integrating autobiographical memory, envisioning the future, theory of mind, and moral decision making. Expanded and updated coverage of research on attention applies the research on inattentional blindness and divided attention to real-life situations such as driving while talking on a cell phone. A new explanation of the three networks of attention provides definitive evidence of independent networks for alerting, orienting, and executive attention and illustrates how neuroscience has clarified understanding of attentiona core concept in the field of cognitive psychology. Problem solving in fluid intelligence tasks explains the relation of working memory and executive attention to problem solving in the applied context of intelligence testing. Key Features Focuses on the essentials of cognitive psychology. Cognitive tasks that students can replicate and related brain images (PET and fMRI) helps students develop a deeper understanding of the neuroscience behind cognitive processes. Emphasizes practical applications: Concrete implications of cognitive research are woven into the narrative of the text creating a cohesive, accessible reading experience for students.

• Book Type/Genre :

Higher Education Textbooks

• Book Binding :

Paperback

• Language :

English

• Number of Pages :

Page count varies on each edition/reprint

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• Fundamentals of Cognitive Psychology Published On :

2012

• Resource:

Textbooks & Study Guides, Higher Education Textbooks Book is recommended for Students, Teachers, Graduates, Professionals, and all bibliophiles

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