Great Myths of the Brain

Great Myths of the Brain introduces readers to the field of neuroscience by examining popular myths about the human brain.

 

Explores commonly-held myths of the brain through the lens of scientific research, backing up claims with studies and other evidence from the literatureLooks at enduring myths such as “Do we only use 10% of our brain?”, “Pregnant women lose their mind”, “Right-brained people are more creative” and many more.Delves into myths relating to specific brain disorders, including epilepsy, autism, dementia, and othersWritten engagingly and accessibly for students and lay readers alike, providing a unique introduction to the study of the brainTeaches readers how to spot neuro hype and neuro-nonsense claims in the media