Brain Asymmetry

Book Overview

The 23 contributions in this text provide a comprehensive survey of modern research on laterality and brain asymmetry, showcasing new approaches and novel domains in which knowledge of the asymmetrical functioning of the brain is a key issue for the complete understanding of the phenomenon. Of particular note is the inclusion of material on laterality, learning, attention and emotion and their relation to subcortical and peripheral structures and processes. In addition, the clinical relevance of brain asymmetry for neuropsychological and psychopathological practice is surveyed.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0262041448
• ISBN13: 9780262041447
• Release Date: November 1994
• Publisher: Mit Pr
• Length: 749 Pages
• Weight: 3.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.5" x 1.8" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher