Topics can be studied from many perspectives, which can all yield their own respective insight into the bigger picture (each can contribute a new "dimension" of understanding).

Levels of analysis

Functioning as the central building blocks and core information processors of the nervous system, neurons are interconnected cells essential for all tasks the system performs. The human brain contains around 100 billion neurons at birth. Their role encompasses everything from simple reflexes to complex cognitive functions.

Neurons

The expanded, front section of the central nervous system located within the skull. It is an incredibly intricate organ made up of billions of interconnected neurons and glial cells. The brain is a bilateral structure, meaning it has two sides, and can be divided into distinct lobes. Each lobe is linked to specific functions, but all parts of the brain work together to underpin our thoughts and behaviors.

Brain

- Functional perspecitves on learning and memory
- Brain regions for Nondeclarative memory
- Neural mechanisms of memory storage
- How Learning and Memory changes with Age 
- Consolidation of Memories

Learning and Memory

Language is a highly specialized form of communication. Most language is lateralized in the left hemisphere of the brain, while the right side deals with spatial cognition.

Language and Lateralization

Attention is the process by which we select or focus on specific stimuli for better processing and analysis.

Attention and Higher Cognition

- Functional perspectives on learning and memory
- Brain regions for Nondeclarative memory
- Neural mechanisms of memory storage
- How Learning and Memory changes with Age

- Levels of analysis
- Neurons
- Brain
- Learning and Memory
- Attention and Higher Cognition
- Language and Lateralization

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The study of the physiological basis for cognition.

Cognitive Neuroscience

Goldstein, E. B. (2014). Cognitive psychology: Connecting mind, research and everyday experience. Nelson Education.


Cognitive psychology: Connecting mind, research and everyday experience

Focuses of cognitive neuroscience

Cultural neuroscience is an emerging field of research that joins social and biological sciences to explore the influences of culture on brain development. While cultural psychology historically has relied on observational studies and survey methods, neuroscience measures such as ERPs and fMRI enable researchers to study the underlying neural mechanisms responsible for observed behavioral differences across cultures.

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