Description
- ISBN-10: 1138788155
- ISBN-13: 978-1138788152
- Edition: 3rd
- Publication date: 23 October 2020
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 17.78 x 3.2 x 25.4 cm
- Print length: 536 pages
Explore the fascinating world of comparative psychology with the 3rd Edition of “COMPARATIVE PSYCHOLOGY: EVOLUTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR.” This updated textbook offers a comprehensive look at how evolution and development shape animal brains and behaviors. It uniquely combines topics typically studied separately, providing essential insights into neural function, animal cognition, and the development of the central nervous system. Discover the fossil record of our ancestors and learn how general principles of behavior apply across the animal kingdom. New sections delve into genetics, epigenetics, and recent neurobiological and cognitive advancements within an evolutionary-developmental framework. Ideal for undergraduate and graduate students in comparative psychology, animal behavior, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral biology.