Essentials of the Human Brain

Master neurology with the help of Jack Nolte, PhD, recognised for his skill in communicating complicated neuroscience concepts. This book's clear narrative style and review questions allow you to test and verify your knowledge. The short length, full-colour illustrations, and brain images make learning quick and easy. Multiple-choice and comprehensive review questions, as well as blank diagrams you can use for labelling practice, help you study and reinforce what you have learned. This easy-to-read text, coupled with Student Consult online access, gives you an excellent overview of neuroscience and neuroanatomy for effective understanding of key information in studying and reviewing for exams.

ISBN	0323045707	Pages	256
ISBN13	9780323045704 (What's this?)	Volumes	1
Publisher	Elsevier - Health Sciences Division	Weight (grammes)	476
Imprint	Mosby	Published in	St Louis
Format	Multimedia Item	Height (mm)	276
Publication date	12 May 2009	Width (mm)	216
Library of Congress	2008049005	Spine width (mm)	5
DEWEY	612.8	Academic level	Tertiary education, Undergraduate
DEWEY edition	DC22

Ch. 1	Introduction to the Nervous System	1
Ch. 2	Development of the Nervous System	7
Ch. 3	Gross Anatomy and General Organization of the Central Nervous System	13
Ch. 4	Meningeal Coverings of the Brain and Spinal Cord	25
Ch. 5	Ventricles and Cerebrospinal Fluid	31
Ch. 6	Blood Supply of the Brain	37
Ch. 7	Electrical Signaling by Neurons	43
Ch. 8	Synaptic Transmission between Neurons	51
Ch. 9	Sensory Receptors and the Peripheral Nervous System	59
Ch. 10	Spinal Cord	67
Ch. 11	Organization of the Brainstem	77
Ch. 12	Cranial Nerves and Their Nuclei	85
Ch. 13	The Chemical Senses of Taste and Smell	95
Ch. 14	Hearing and Balance: The Eighth Cranial Nerve	101
Ch. 15	Brainstem Summary	113
Ch. 16	The Thalamus and Internal Capsule: Getting to and from the Cerebral Cortex	121
Ch. 17	The Visual System	127
Ch. 18	Overview of Motor Systems	139
Ch. 19	Basal Ganglia	145
Ch. 20	Cerebellum	153
Ch. 21	Control of Eye Movements	163
Ch. 22	Cerebral Cortex	169
Ch. 23	Drives and Emotions: The Hypothalamus and Limbic System	179
Ch. 24	Formation, Modification, and Repair of Neuronal Connections	187
Appendix 1	Comprehensive Quiz	195
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"This is a useful tool for any student studying neuroscience and neuroanatomy. The author does an excellent job of maintaining a narrative approach to the material, as well as breaking down the complex material in a manner that is conducive to student learning. The book provides a unique focus on the human brain and is an important addition to the neuroscience literature.

The book divides complex material up into multiple chapters to ease student anxiety. The appendixes are very useful and provide a comprehensive quiz, answers to the chapter questions, and blank drawings to aid in student learning.

Designed for upper level anatomy and physiology students as well as premedical students, this book goes into detail that is not seen in 100 and 200 level undergraduate courses. The author is considered an expert in the area of neuroscience. Weighted Numerical Score: 94 - 4 Stars!" -- "Jill E. Feinstein, M.S.(Richland Community College), from Doody's Reviews"

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