Showing results for "The Animals" in Neuroscience & Neuropsychology

De Waal reviews the rise and fall of the mechanistic view of animals and opens our minds to the idea that animal minds are far more intricate and complex than we have assumed. De Waal's landmark work will convince you to rethink everything you thought you knew about animal - and human - intelligence.

Some investigators have argued that emotions, especially animal emotions, are illusory concepts outside the realm of scientific inquiry. However, with advances in neurobiology and neuroscience, researchers are demonstrating that this position is wrong as they move closer to a lasting...

This audio edition is captivatingly read by the author, Philip Ball. ‘Combining neurology, philosophy, computer science and artificial intelligence. . . a fascinating and illuminating account’ - The Guardian Understanding the human mind and how it relates to the world of experience has...

Wild Rituals explores how embracing the rituals of the animal kingdom can make us more connected to ourselves, nature, and others. Behavioral ecologist and world-renowned elephant scientist Caitlin O'Connell dives into the rituals of elephants, apes, zebras, rhinos, lions, whales, flamingos, and...

Zoodulcis is a feeling and cognition about soft fascination with certain types of animals and how this fascination contributes to human well-being. So why does soft fascination with animals matter to people? Because this form of engagement can shift mood from negative to positive, encourages patients with intractable problems such as PTSD to stay in healing programs such as animal-assisted therapy, helps people with spinal and musculoskeletal issues learn to use their bodies in ways that promote strength and balance.