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What makes us laugh? Why is comedy so important? How does comedy
affect our behaviour? The Psychology of Comedy provides a unique
insight into the role of laughter and humour in our lives. From the
mechanics of comedy and what makes a good joke, to the health
benefits of laughter, the book delves into different types of
comedy, from slapstick to complex puns, and the physiological
response it provokes. The dark side of comedy is also considered,
confronting the idea that what is funny to some can be offensive to
others, making this universal experience also highly subjective. In
a time when comedy continues to be one of the most popular and
enduring forms of art, The Psychology of Comedy reminds us that
laughter really is good for the soul.
The Essential Psychology Series bridges the gap between simple
introductory texts aimed at pre-university students and higher
level textbooks for upper level undergraduates. Each volume in the
series is designed to provide concise yet up-to-date descriptions
of the major areas of psychology for first year undergraduates or
students taking psychology as a supplement to other courses of
study. The authors, who are acknowledged experts in their field,
explain the basics carefully and engagingly without the
over-simplification often found in introductory textbooks, at the
same time providing the reader with insights into current thinking.
Essential Biological Psychology is an accessible, well-illustrated
and well-written account of the study of the role of the body in
behaviour and the effect of behaviour on the working of the body.
Covering all the major topics within biopsychology, and evaluating
the most up-to-date findings, particularly within neuroscience and
neuroimaging research, this textbook is essential reading for first
and second level undergraduates taking courses in biological or
physiological psychology as well as anyone studying courses in
neuropsychology or behavioural neuroscience.
Smell and taste are our most misunderstood senses. Given a choice
between losing our sense of smell and taste, or our senses of sight
and hearing, most people nominate the former, rather than the
latter. Yet our sense of smell and taste has the power to stir up
memories, alter our mood and even influence our behaviour. In The
Neuropsychology of Smell and Taste, Neil Martin provides a
comprehensive, critical analysis of the role of the brain in
gustation and olfaction. In his accessible and characteristic style
he shows why our sense of smell and taste do not simply perform
basic and intermittent functions, but lie at the very centre of our
perception of the world around us. Through an exploration of the
physiology, anatomy and neuropsychology of the senses; the
neurophysiological causes of smell and taste disorders, and their
function in physical and mental illness, Neil Martin provides an
accessible and up-to-date overview of the processes of gustation
and olfaction. The Neuropsychology of Smell and Taste provides a
state-of-the-art overview of current research in olfactory and
gustatory perception. With sections describing the effect of odour
and taste on our behaviour, and evaluating the contribution current
neuroimaging technology has made to our understanding of the
senses, the book will be of interest to researchers and students of
neuropsychology and neuroscience, and anybody with an interest in
olfaction and gustation.
The Essential Psychology Series bridges the gap between simple
introductory texts aimed at pre-university students and higher
level textbooks for upper level undergraduates. Each volume in the
series is designed to provide concise yet up-to-date descriptions
of the major areas of psychology for first year undergraduates or
students taking psychology as a supplement to other courses of
study. The authors, who are acknowledged experts in their field,
explain the basics carefully and engagingly without the
over-simplification often found in introductory textbooks, at the
same time providing the reader with insights into current thinking.
Essential Biological Psychology is an accessible, well-illustrated
and well-written account of the study of the role of the body in
behaviour and the effect of behaviour on the working of the body.
Covering all the major topics within biopsychology, and evaluating
the most up-to-date findings, particularly within neuroscience and
neuroimaging research, this textbook is essential reading for first
and second level undergraduates taking courses in biological or
physiological psychology as well as anyone studying courses in
neuropsychology or behavioural neuroscience.
Can personality and intelligence be measured? Is being physically
attractive an advantage? Is it really better to forgive and forget?
How do babies learn to perceive and think? Can listening to Mozart
improve IQ? What happens when we sleep? Attempting to answer these
important questions and more, psychology the scientific study of
human and nonhuman behaviour has never been more popular. From TV
experts to the amateur musings of your best friend, the language of
psychology has permeated all aspects of everyday life. Here, the
author proves that modern psychology concerns far more than the
everyday stereotypes of Freud, Jung, and common sense advice.
Exploring the senses, how memory works, and what determines our
intelligence and personality, this Beginner's Guide is informed by
the latest cutting-edge research and provides a vibrant and witty
examination of the very heart of what it is to be human.
What makes us laugh? Why is comedy so important? How does comedy
affect our behaviour? The Psychology of Comedy provides a unique
insight into the role of laughter and humour in our lives. From the
mechanics of comedy and what makes a good joke, to the health
benefits of laughter, the book delves into different types of
comedy, from slapstick to complex puns, and the physiological
response it provokes. The dark side of comedy is also considered,
confronting the idea that what is funny to some can be offensive to
others, making this universal experience also highly subjective. In
a time when comedy continues to be one of the most popular and
enduring forms of art, The Psychology of Comedy reminds us that
laughter really is good for the soul.
Smell and taste are our most misunderstood senses. Given a choice
between losing our sense of smell and taste, or our senses of sight
and hearing, most people nominate the former, rather than the
latter. Yet our sense of smell and taste has the power to stir up
memories, alter our mood and even influence our behaviour. In The
Neuropsychology of Smell and Taste, Neil Martin provides a
comprehensive, critical analysis of the role of the brain in
gustation and olfaction. In his accessible and characteristic style
he shows why our sense of smell and taste do not simply perform
basic and intermittent functions, but lie at the very centre of our
perception of the world around us. Through an exploration of the
physiology, anatomy and neuropsychology of the senses; the
neurophysiological causes of smell and taste disorders, and their
function in physical and mental illness, Neil Martin provides an
accessible and up-to-date overview of the processes of gustation
and olfaction. The Neuropsychology of Smell and Taste provides a
state-of-the-art overview of current research in olfactory and
gustatory perception. With sections describing the effect of odour
and taste on our behaviour, and evaluating the contribution current
neuroimaging technology has made to our understanding of the
senses, the book will be of interest to researchers and students of
neuropsychology and neuroscience, and anybody with an interest in
olfaction and gustation.
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