Biologische Psychologie

We see and hear, we remember, we get excited - what happens in our body during these processes? How are such phenomena related to hormonal or neural processes? In this textbook, Rainer Schandry conveys the fundamentals of the field while also consistently relating them to practical applications and everyday experiences. Understanding the foundations of human behavior: from cells to thinking and acting. A variety of topics, including sensory systems, genetics, sexuality, sleep, and emotions. Up-to-date with the latest scientific findings and expanded to include modern topics such as epigenetics and the Covid-19 pandemic. The biological foundations of our behavior are explained in a lively and illustrative manner. What happens in our body when we see, hear, or feel? How are these phenomena connected to hormonal and neural processes? Rainer Schandry guides readers through the fundamentals of biological psychology, linking theoretical knowledge with practical applications. Chapter summaries with exam-relevant information, numerous excursions to illustrate practical applications, and colorful illustrations to visualize physiological processes.