Great Myths of the Brain introduces readers to the field of neuroscience by examining popular myths about the human brain. * Explores commonly-held myths of the brain through the lens of scientific research, backing up claims with studies and other evidence from the literature * Looks 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. * Delves 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 * Teaches readers how to spot neuro hype and neuro-nonsense claims in the media
- ISBN13 9781118312704
- Publish Date 2 September 2014 (first published 1 January 2014)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Imprint Wiley-Blackwell
- Format eBook (EPUB)
- Pages 352
- Language English
- URL http://wiley.com/remtitle.cgi?isbn=1118312708