Neurological and psychiatric disorders have traditionally been considered fundamentally different, depending on whether they affect the brain or the mind. In reality, the brain and the mind are inseparable. Both types of disorders can affect every aspect of brain function: from perception, action, memory, and emotion to empathy, social interaction, attention, and consciousness. It is easy to see brain disorders simply as tragic or frightening. However, studying the points where these functions fail offers an opportunity to understand the healthy functioning of the brain, making it more likely for scientists and clinicians to develop effective treatments or preventive strategies. As individuals and as a society, we can also better understand people with disorders of the mind. Based on his groundbreaking research, Eric R. Kandel captures how discoveries about brain disorders can deepen our understanding of thought, emotion, behavior, memory, and creativity, and perhaps in the future, transform medical care and lead to the development of a unified theory of the mind.

Pages: 304, Year of Publication: 0525, Dimensions: 12.6x12.6cm