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• Clear, well-researched writing continues to be applauded by both students and instructors.

• Interim summaries divide major sections into more manageable “learning chunks” which facilitate better learning.

• Definitions of key terms are printed in the margins throughout the text.

New To This Edition

• New updated research found throughout the text. Examples: New research on cannabinoids, emotional memory, etc.

• The updated Neuroscience Animations and Student Study Guide CD-ROM (free with each new copy of the text) includes animations, figures, and diagrams, video, terms and definitions, and a self-test.

• New CD-ROM icons in the text guide students to further learning tools on the CD-ROM.

• New case studies found throughout the text are now highlighted with a margin ruler.

• New chapter opening vignettes immediately peak students' interest.

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1. Introduction.

Courses

Introduction to Neuroscience  (Psychology)
Physiological/Biopsychology  (Psychology)

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• Physiology of Behavior, 10/E
  Carlson
  ©2010  |  Pearson  |  Cloth; 752 pp  |  Instock
  ISBN-10: 0205666272  |  ISBN-13: 9780205666270
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  The Tenth Edition of Physiology of Behavior continues its tradition as the most comprehensive, current, and teachable text for physiological psychology.

   

  This revision of a classic text incorporates the latest discoveries in the rapidly changing fields of neuroscience and physiological psychology and offers the most comprehensive and integrative coverage of research and theory in contemporary behavioral neuroscience.

   

  Thoughtfully organized, it offers scholarly, yet accessible coverage and effectively emphasizes the dynamic interaction between biology and behavior. Collaboration with a talented artist has provided beautiful, accurate, and informative full-color illustrations that further enhance the appeal to both students and professors alike.

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• Physiology of Behavior, 11/E
  Carlson
  ©2013  |  Pearson  |  Cloth; 768 pp  |  Instock
  ISBN-10: 0205239390  |  ISBN-13: 9780205239399
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  The most current, comprehensive, and teachable text for behavioral neuroscience

   

  Thoughtfully organized, Physiology of Behavior provides a scholarly yet accessible portrait of the dynamic interaction between biology and behavior. Close collaboration between the author and a talented artist has resulted in beautiful, accurate, and pedagogically effective illustrations in every chapter.   

   

  No other author compares to Carlson when it comes to thoroughly updating research. This revision incorporates the latest discoveries in behavioral neuroscience, and includes over 400 new references. Integrated for the first time with MyPsychLab, featuring an interactive Virtual Brain, chapter study plans, flashcards, and other resources, Carlson's 11th edition offers students an immersive and engaging experience. 

    

  A better teaching and learning experience

  This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience– for you and your students. Here’s how:

  • Personalize Learning - The new MyPsychLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals.
  • Improve Critical Thinking – Section Summaries with Thought Questions help students test their understanding of the materials.
  • Engage Students – A close collaboration between the author and a talented artist has resulted in beautiful, accurate, and pedagogically effective illustrations in every chapter.  
  • Explore Research – In light of the rapidly evolving field of behavioral neuroscience, over 400 new references are included in this edition.
  • Support Instructors – With resources such as Instructor’s Manual, Test Bank, highly visual PowerPoint Slides, and for the first time ever, the new MyPsychLab with ClassPrep, instructors have everything they need to teach behavioral neuroscience.

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Physiology of Behavior, with Neuroscience Animations and Student Study Guide CD-ROM

   

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Physiology of Behavior, Eighth Edition continues its tradition as the most comprehensive and current text. This classic text incorporates the latest discoveries in the rapidly changing fields of neuroscience and physiological psychology and offers the most comprehensive and integrated coverage of research and theory. Collaboration with a talented artist has provided beautiful, accurate, and informative full-color illustrations that further enhance the appeal of this text.

The expanded Neuroscience Animations and Student Study Guide CD-ROM has new animations, study questions, and more. New to this edition, CD-ROM icons in the text now provide further guidance to the reader on the additional study aids found on the CD-ROM.

“I've long viewed Carlson's book as the gold standard of Physiological Psychology texts.” -Timothy Robinson, Gustavus Adolphus College

“Since Carlson's scholarship is excellent, I think he spots new trends as they arise. Both students and staff can read this text with profit. He gives us an excellent picture of what is happening as we speak.” -Charles Kutscher, Syracuse University

“Carlson brings a high level of scholarship, current research and descriptive clarity together in one supremely useable textbook package.” -Rebecca R. Tews, Virginia Commonwealth University

Companion Website, 8/E
Carlson
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Carlson
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Carlson
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Allyn & Bacon Digital Media Archive for Physiological Psychology
Allyn & Bacon
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ISBN-10: 0205407862  |  ISBN-13: 9780205407866
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Allyn & Bacon Physiological Psychology Study Site (Open Access)
Allyn & Bacon
©2007  |  Pearson  |  Website  |  Live
ISBN-10: 0205540252  |  ISBN-13: 9780205540259
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Allyn & Bacon Transparencies for Physiological Psychology, 2005
Allyn & Bacon
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Interactive Learning Companion for Introductory Psychology
Marin
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Building Bridges: The Allyn & Bacon Student Guide to Service-Learning
Hamner
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Contemporary Readings in Psychology: A New York Times Reader
Coats
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CPS RF Classroom Performance System
eInstruction
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How to Write Psychology Papers, 2/E
Parrott
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iClicker Classroom Response System
iClicker & Allyn & Bacon/Longman
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InterWrite PRS RF (Personal Response System)
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Introductory Psychology DVD Set for Psychology
Pearson Education
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Live!Psych
Wade & Tavris
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Mind Matters CD-ROM
Hilton & Perdue
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MySearchLab -- Standalone Access Card
Pearson Education
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MyTest Test Bank for APA Student Learning Outcome Assessments
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Pearson Teaching Films for Introductory Psychology 2008 (for Instructors)
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Stress Management Workbook: Techniques and Self Assessment Procedures
Gramling & Auerbach
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Study Site for Child Developement
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What Every Student Should Know About Avoiding Plagiarism
Stern
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What Every Student Should Know About Citing Sources with APA Documentation: Updated for APA Sixth Edition, 2/E
Anderson, Carrell & Widdifield
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Greer
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What Every Student Should Know About Practicing Peer Review
Trim
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What Every Student Should Know About Preparing Effective Oral Presentations
Cox
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What Every Student Should Know About Procrastination
Hoffman
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What Every Student Should Know About Researching Online
Munger & Campbell
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What Every Student Should Know About Study Skills
Pearson Longman
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What Every Student Should Know About Using a Handbook
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