Explores both the foundations and the history of biological psychology, including stories behind important discoveries in the field. Includes over 250 colour diagrams, the latest research and MCQs to provide psychology students with everything they need to know.

Understand the foundations of biological psychology and explore the stories behind important discoveries in the field.

Everything you need to know about brain and behaviour – from sensory systems, eating disorders and sleep to drugs, language and memory. This fourth edition has been fully updated throughout, and includes new figures and diagrams, revised learning features, and clear explanations of over 330 key terms.

Includes:

• The latest research on the neural basis of mental illness, degenerative diseases, and genetics
• Key Figure and Special Interest boxes spotlight interesting researchers, studies and discoveries of conditions
• End-of-chapter MCQs test understanding and support your preparation for assessments
• 250 full colour diagrams and figures illustrate the key concepts in each chapter
• Supported by online teaching and learning resources including drag and drop exercises for students, an instructor’s manual, testbank, and PowerPoint slides.

Introduction to Biopsychology is essential reading for all Psychology students studying biological psychology.