Brain and Behavior Second Edition

   Starting Out scenarios begin each chapter with a gripping real-world example of chapter concepts, from hikers on Mount Everest who make deadly mistakes, and to a boy who functions normally following the removal of half of his brain.

   Neuroscience of Everyday Life explains how neuroscience directly relates to our daily lives, like why people have difficulty multitasking

   A principles-based approach relying on overarching principles rather than lists or facts-to help students see the big picture.

   A progressive structure that begins with the basics of the nervous system before moving on to the brain’s interaction with the world and then on to more complex interactions.

   An emphasis on case studies, surprising examples from everyday life, and examples in which advances in neuroscience can benefit society are sprinkled throughout the chapters.

   A clear, modern art program that provides attractive biological drawings to help convey important concepts and information.