Neurobiology For Dummies

The approachable, comprehensive guide to neurobiologyNeurobiology rolls the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of thenervous system into one complex area of study. Neurobiology ForDummies breaks down the specifics of the topic in a fun,easy-to-understand manner. The book is perfect for students in avariety of scientific fields ranging from neuroscience and biologyto pharmacology, health science, and more. With a complete overviewof the molecular and cellular mechanisms of the nervous system,this complete resource makes short work of the ins and outs ofneurobiology so you can understand the details quickly.Dive into this fascinating guide to an even more fascinatingsubject, which takes a step-by-step approach that naturally buildsan understanding of how the nervous system ties into the veryessence of human beings, and what that means for those working andstudying in the field of neuroscience. The book includes a completeintroduction to the subject of neurobiology.* Gives you an overview of the human nervous system, along with adiscussion of how it's similar to that of other animals* Discusses various neurological disorders, such as strokes,Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and schizophrenia* Leads you through a point-by-point approach to describe thescience of perception, including how we think, learn, andrememberNeurobiology For Dummies is your key to mastering thiscomplex topic, and will propel you to a greater understanding thatcan form the basis of your academic and career success.