Mind and Body: a Discourse on the Physiology of the Phrenical Action of the Cerebrum
Author : Robert Jamieson (M.D.)
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Page : 28 pages
File Size : 11,42 MB
Release : 1858
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Author : Robert Jamieson (M.D.)
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Page : 28 pages
File Size : 11,42 MB
Release : 1858
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Author : John Cleland
Publisher :
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 50,46 MB
Release : 1874
Category : Human physiology
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Author : John Cleland (M.D.)
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Page : 336 pages
File Size : 26,89 MB
Release : 1874
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Author : James H. Austin
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 876 pages
File Size : 14,93 MB
Release : 1999-06-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780262260350
A neuroscientist and Zen practitioner interweaves the latest research on the brain with his personal narrative of Zen. Aldous Huxley called humankind's basic trend toward spiritual growth the "perennial philosophy." In the view of James Austin, the trend implies a "perennial psychophysiology"—because awakening, or enlightenment, occurs only when the human brain undergoes substantial changes. What are the peak experiences of enlightenment? How could these states profoundly enhance, and yet simplify, the workings of the brain? Zen and the Brain presents the latest evidence. In this book Zen Buddhism becomes the opening wedge for an extraordinarily wide-ranging exploration of consciousness. In order to understand which brain mechanisms produce Zen states, one needs some understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and chemistry of the brain. Austin, both a neurologist and a Zen practitioner, interweaves the most recent brain research with the personal narrative of his Zen experiences. The science is both inclusive and rigorous; the Zen sections are clear and evocative. Along the way, Austin examines such topics as similar states in other disciplines and religions, sleep and dreams, mental illness, consciousness-altering drugs, and the social consequences of the advanced stage of ongoing enlightenment.
Author : John Cleland
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Page : 338 pages
File Size : 50,60 MB
Release : 1873
Category : Physiology
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Author : Rachael-Anne Knight
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 902 pages
File Size : 36,97 MB
Release : 2021-12-02
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1108596568
Phonetics - the study and classification of speech sounds - is a major sub-discipline of linguistics. Bringing together a team of internationally renowned phoneticians, this handbook provides comprehensive coverage of the most recent, cutting-edge work in the field, and focuses on the most widely-debated contemporary issues. Chapters are divided into five thematic areas: segmental production, prosodic production, measuring speech, audition and perception, and applications of phonetics. Each chapter presents an historical overview of the area, along with critical issues, current research and advice on the best practice for teaching phonetics to undergraduates. It brings together global perspectives, and includes examples from a wide range of languages, allowing readers to extend their knowledge beyond English. By providing both state-of-the-art research information, and an appreciation of how it can be shared with students, this handbook is essential both for academic phoneticians, and anyone with an interest in this exciting, rapidly developing field.
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Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 4744 pages
File Size : 41,96 MB
Release : 2014-04-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0123851580
The Encyclopedia of the Neurological Sciences, Second Edition, Four Volume Set develops from the first edition, covering all areas of neurological sciences through over 1000 entries focused on a wide variety of topics in neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry and other related areas of neuroscience. The contributing authors represent all aspects of neurology from many viewpoints and disciplines to provide a complete overview of the field. Entries are designed to be understandable without detailed background knowledge in the subject matter, and cross-referencing and suggested further reading lead the reader from a basic knowledge of the subject to more advanced understanding. The easy-to-use 'encyclopedic-dictionary' format of the Encyclopedia of the Neurological Sciences, Second Edition features alphabetic entries, extensive cross-referencing, and a thorough index for quick reference. The wealth of information provided by these four volumes makes this reference work a trusted source of valuable information for a wide range of researchers, from undergraduate students to academic researchers. Provides comprehensive coverage of the field of neurological science in over 1,000 entries in 4 volumes "Encyclopedic-dictionary" format provides for concise, readable entries and easy searching Presents complete, up-to-date information on 32 separate areas of neurology Entries are supplemented with extensive cross-referencing, useful references to primary research articles, and an extensive index
Author : Derek Melser
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 36,15 MB
Release : 2004-09-03
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0262263831
A new theory proposes that thinking is a learned action. In this remarkable monograph, Derek Melser argues that the core assumption of both folk psychology and cognitive science—that thinking goes on in the head—is mistaken. Melser argues that thinking is not an intracranial process of any kind, mental or neural, but is rather a learned action of the person. After an introduction in which he makes a prima facie case that thinking is an action, Melser reviews action-based theories of thinking advanced by Ryle, Vygotsky, Hampshire and others. He then presents his own theory of "token concerting," according to which thinking is a special kind of token performance, by the individual, of certain social, concerted activity. He examines the developmental role of concerted activity, the token performance of concerted activity, the functions of speech, the mechanics and uses of covert tokening, empathy, the origins of solo action, the actional nature of perception, and various kinds and aspects of mature thinking. In addition, he analyzes the role of metaphors in the folk notion of mind. While intending his theory as a contribution to the philosophy of mind, Melser aims also at a larger goal: to establish actions as a legitimate philosophical given, self-explanatory and sui generis. To this end, he argues in the final chapter against the possibility of scientific explanation of actions. The Act of Thinking opens up a large new area for philosophical research.
Author : Magda B. Arnold
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 651 pages
File Size : 12,88 MB
Release : 2013-05-13
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1134922817
Published in the year 1984, Memory and the Brain is a valuable contribution to the field of Neuropsychology.
Author : Elizabeth T. Hurren
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 27,72 MB
Release : 2021-02-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1108484093
Examines the post-mortem journeys of bodies, body-parts, organs, and brains in modern British medical research. This title is also available as Open Access.