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18 books in this category

Behave

Behave

Robert M. Sapolsky

An exploration of human behavior from a biological and social perspective, delving into neuroscience, psychology, and ethics.

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The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind

The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind

Julian Jaynes

Proposes a theory on the development of consciousness, arguing that it evolved as societies grew more complex.

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On Intelligence

On Intelligence

Jeff Hawkins

Presents a theory of how the brain processes information, with implications for artificial intelligence.

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Stealing Fire

Stealing Fire

Steven Kotler

Investigates altered states of consciousness and how they can enhance creativity and performance.

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The Hour Between Dog and Wolf

The Hour Between Dog and Wolf

John Coates

Examines how the body's physiological responses impact decision-making in high-stress financial environments.

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The Invisible Gorilla

The Invisible Gorilla

Christopher F. Chabris

Examines cognitive biases and perceptual illusions, showing how our minds can miss obvious information.

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Brain Architecture

Brain Architecture

Larry W. Swanson

Provides an overview of the structure and function of the human brain, linking anatomy to behavior.

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Affective Neuroscience

Affective Neuroscience

Jaak Panksepp

Explores the neural basis of emotions, focusing on how the brain generates emotional responses.

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The New Executive Brain

The New Executive Brain

Elkhonon Goldberg

Examines the latest research on the brain, focusing on executive functions and cognitive aging.

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The Neuropsychology of Anxiety

The Neuropsychology of Anxiety

Jeffrey A. Gray

Investigates the neural basis of anxiety, exploring how brain function influences emotional responses and mental health.

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Mind

Mind

Daniel J. Siegel

A guide to understanding the mind’s development, blending neuroscience and psychology for insights into mental well-being.

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Altered Traits

Altered Traits

Daniel Goleman

Analyzes the science behind meditation, exploring how it changes the brain and can lead to lasting benefits.

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This Is Your Brain on Music

This Is Your Brain on Music

Daniel J. Levitin

Analyzes how the brain processes music and its influence on human emotions and behavior.

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Mapping the Mind

Mapping the Mind

Rita Carter

A guide to how the brain works, mapping various functions and exploring recent discoveries in neuroscience.

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How Emotions Are Made

How Emotions Are Made

Lisa Feldman Barrett

A theory on how emotions are constructed by the brain, challenging traditional views on emotions.

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Mind Wide Open

Mind Wide Open

Steven Johnson

Explores how the brain works and what modern neuroscience reveals about the human mind.

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The Fear Factor

The Fear Factor

Abigail Marsh

Insights into the psychology and neuroscience of altruism and empathy.

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The Wisdom Paradox

The Wisdom Paradox

Elkhonon Goldberg

Discusses the neuroscience of aging and wisdom.

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