Creativity and the Brain
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Creativity and the Brain

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Creativity and the Brain

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In Creativity and the Brain, Kenneth Heilman explores the possible brain mechanisms which underlie creativity, by reviewing the existing evidence and putting forward new ideas. On the way, he discusses the relationships between creativity and intelligence, brain anatomy, neuropharmacology, addiction, handedness, sex differences, and mood states such as depression. He also addresses the effects of neurological disorders and aging, as well as the influence of environmental factors such as tolerance and nurturing.The book will be of interest to neuroscientists, psychologists, psychiatrists, neurologists and educators The engaging and succinct style of this book also make it appealing to students, and researchers from a variety of disciplines who have an interest in understanding the brain mechanisms underlying creativity.

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Publisher
Psychology Press
Year
2005
ISBN
9781135423308
Edition
1
Topic
Psicología
Subtopic
Historia y teoría en psicología

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Dedication
  6. Table of Contents
  7. About the Author
  8. Preface
  9. 1 Definitions
  10. 2 Intelligence
  11. 3 Knowledge and Talents
  12. 4 Imagery
  13. 5 Handedness
  14. 6 Gender
  15. 7 Neurological Disorders
  16. 8 Neurotransmitters
  17. 9 The Frontal Lobes
  18. 10 Aging
  19. 11 Nurture
  20. References
  21. Index