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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2022-02-22
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN
- 9780691234700
- Subject Area
- Science
- Publication Name
- On Task : How Our Brain Gets Things Done
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Item Length
- 8.1 in
- Subject
- Cognitive Science, Life Sciences / Neuroscience, Life Sciences / Anatomy & Physiology (See Also Life Sciences / Human Anatomy & Physiology), Life Sciences / Genetics & Genomics
- Publication Year
- 2022
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 0.9 in
- Item Weight
- 10.4 Oz
- Item Width
- 7.2 in
- Number of Pages
- 352 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Princeton University Press
ISBN-10
0691234701
ISBN-13
9780691234700
eBay Product ID (ePID)
6050436052
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
On Task : How Our Brain Gets Things Done
Publication Year
2022
Subject
Cognitive Science, Life Sciences / Neuroscience, Life Sciences / Anatomy & Physiology (See Also Life Sciences / Human Anatomy & Physiology), Life Sciences / Genetics & Genomics
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Science
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
10.4 Oz
Item Length
8.1 in
Item Width
7.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
2021-948917
Reviews
"How billions of neurons come together to turn thought into action is astounding in itself, but cognitive neuroscientist David Badre takes this to new levels in his book." ---Amy Barrett, BBC Science Focus Magazine, "I would definitely recommend On Task to anyone who is interested in metacognition and understanding how your brain makes decisions." ---Leslie Hamachi, Chemistry World, "Badre provides a thorough and engaging introduction to the history of the study of cognitive control, and an overview of new developments from the last 20 years." ---Zsuzsa Kaldy, Current Biology, " On Task is a stimulating, enjoyable read for anyone interested in brain function, particularly if you want to understand how researchers are attempting to unravel some of the biggest mysteries of them all: how humans think, how they are successful when confronted with new challenges and how prefrontal cortex might contribute to that success." ---Masud Husain, Brain, Finalist for the PROSE Award in Popular Science and Mathematics, Association of American Publishers
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
612.8/233
Synopsis
A look at the extraordinary ways the brain turns thoughts into actions--and how this shapes our everyday lives Why is it hard to text and drive at the same time? How do you resist eating that extra piece of cake? Why does staring at a tax form feel mentally exhausting? Why can your child expertly fix the computer and yet still forget to put on a coat? From making a cup of coffee to buying a house to changing the world around them, humans are uniquely able to execute necessary actions. How do we do it? Or in other words, how do our brains get things done? In On Task , cognitive neuroscientist David Badre presents the first authoritative introduction to the neuroscience of cognitive control--the remarkable ways that our brains devise sophisticated actions to achieve our goals. We barely notice this routine part of our lives. Yet, cognitive control, also known as executive function, is an astonishing phenomenon that has a profound impact on our well-being. Drawing on cutting-edge research, vivid clinical case studies, and examples from daily life, Badre sheds light on the evolution and inner workings of cognitive control. He examines issues from multitasking and willpower to habitual errors and bad decision making, as well as what happens as our brains develop in childhood and change as we age--and what happens when cognitive control breaks down. Ultimately, Badre shows that cognitive control affects just about everything we do. A revelatory look at how billions of neurons collectively translate abstract ideas into concrete plans, On Task offers an eye-opening investigation into the brain's critical role in human behavior.
LC Classification Number
QP360.5.B35 2022
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- e***n (391)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGreat transaction, exactly as described, packed well, and promptly shipped on August 6th. Unfortunately the U.S. Postal Service took 23 calendar days to deliver the book. It was shipped from Pennsylvania, to Atlanta, past Alabama to Texas, enjoyed several days in Texas, then to Minneapolis, Jacksonville, Florida, back to Atlanta, finally to Birmingham, and Huntsville. The seller was very responsive and I decided it was interesting to see if/how the book would arrive. Thanks, Joe
- 0***g (380)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseExcellent purchase. Was able to get all three items from the one seller. Seller was able to bundle all three items together into one package. Items as described and arrived in perfect condition. Good communication around shipping and tracking as items delayed and not able to be delivered by original estimate. Thanks to shipping updates I was able to track the items arriving before the extended delivery time. Thank you for making these items available on EBay.
- m***m (2357)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI’m thrilled with my recent purchase . The website was user-friendly, and the product descriptions were accurate. Customer service was prompt and helpful, answering all my questions. My order arrived quickly, well-packaged, and the product exceeded my expectations in quality. I’m impressed with the attention to detail and the overall experience. I’ll definitely shop here again and highly recommend from this seller to others. Thank you for a fantastic experience!Tobin's Spirit Guide: Official Ghostbusters Edition by Erik Burnham: Used (#404302598631)