Focusing on neural and hormonal processes, this introduction explores techniques for investigating brain structure and function. It delves into the workings of neurons and emphasizes the central nervous system's crucial role in regulating emotional behaviors, making complex concepts accessible to readers.
This comprehensive introduction to schizophrenia is an ideal starting point for students. It covers the theoretical foundations of different perspectives of schizophrenia, including medical, evolutionary and social, to give readers a solid grounding and then discusses the various forms of treatments and the arguments surrounding each perspective.