Full Description
Popular for its highly visual and easy-to-follow approach, Nolte's The Human Brain helps demystify the complexities of the gross anatomy of the brain, spinal cord and brainstem. A clear writing style, interesting examples and visual cues bring this extremely complicated subject to life and more understandable. Get the depth of coverage you need with discussions on all key topics in functional neuroanatomy and neuroscience, giving you well-rounded coverage of this complex subject.Zero in on the key information you need to know with highly templated, concise chapters that reinforce and expand your knowledge.Develop a thorough, clinically relevant understanding through clinical examples providing a real-life perspective. Gain a greater understanding of every concept through a glossary of key terms that elucidates every part of the text; 3-dimensional brain.Acquaint yourself with the very latest advancements in the field with many illustrations using the most current neuroimaging techniques, reflecting recent developments and changes in understanding. Keep up with the latest knowledge in neural plasticity including formation, modification, and repair of connections, with coverage of learning and memory, as well as the coming revolution in ways to fix damaged nervous systems, trophic factors, stem cells, and more. NEW! Gauge your mastery of the material and build confidence with over 100 multiple choice questions that provide effective chapter review and quick practice for your exams.Student Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, references, and videos from the book on a variety of devices.
Contents
1. Introduction to the Nervous System2. Development of the Nervous System3. Gross Anatomy and General Organization of the Central Nervous System4. Meningeal Coverings of the Brain and Spinal Cord5. Ventricles and Cerebrospinal Fluid6. Blood Supply of the Brain7. Electrical Signaling by Neurons8. Synaptic Transmission Between Neurons9. Sensory Receptors and the Peripheral Nervous System10. Spinal Cord11. Organization of the Brain Stem12. Cranial Nerves and Their Nuclei13. The Chemical Senses of Taste and Smell14. Hearing and Balance: The Eighth Cranial Nerve15. Atlas of the Human Brainstem16. The Thalmus and Internal Capsule: Getting to and from the Cerebral Cortex17. The Visual System18. Overview of Motor System19. Basal Nuclei20. Cerebellum21. Eye Movements22. Cerebral Cortex23. Drives and Emotions: The Hypothalamus and Limbic System24. Formation, Modification, and Repair of Neuronal Connections25. Atlas of the Human Forebrain
