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Written at a level appropriate for students with no prior background in physiological psychology and neuroscience, Brain, Mind, and Behavior, Third Edition examines the basic physiology of the brain and nervous system and the revolutionary developments now affecting our understanding of the brain. This classic text, written by noted researchers Floyd Bloom and Charles Nelson, was originally coordinated with the acclaimed PBS documentary series "The Brain." It has been significantly revised and expanded to include new breakthroughs in brain research and includes new pedagogical features to make it an even more effective teaching text. Brain, Mind, and Behavior, Third Edition,is also known for its remarkable illustrations rendered in full color by award-winning medical illustrator Carol Dinner. The text is also enhanced by a terrific new CD-ROM and Web site, plus new student and instructor supplements.