Psychobiology of Personality
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Book Overview
Personality can be defined along a small number of well established dimensions, each of which is partially determined by hereditary factors. Heredity acts on behavior through its influence on variations in the structure and function of neural and biochemical systems. This book explores the biological basis of individual differences in personality from genes to the structure, chemistry, and function of the brain and peripheral nervous system. In addition to basic dimensions of normal personality, the book examines the biology of several types of psychopathology. The concluding chapter provides a psychobiological model for personality. This thorough analysis of the pathway from gene to personality trait will be of interest not only to biologists, but also to psychologists and psychiatrists.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0521016320
ISBN13:9780521016322
Release Date:April 2005
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Length:338 Pages
Weight:1.05 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 2.7" x 3.8"
Customer Reviews
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An alternative to Costa and McCrae
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This book is worth reading if you are a devotee of the biological basis of personality. The book is written in plain English, well illustrated, and is a highly informative account of personality. It covers the classic personality theories (e.g., P-E-N) alongside Zuckerman's and Gray's theoretical perspectives. This is a great book, which can be read by anyone who is interested in personality research.
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