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  Key Topics in Memory explores the essential role of memory in human cognition, and how it connects us to the past, grounds us in the present, and guides our anticipation of the future. The book examines the dynamic and active nature of memory, exploring how it is influenced by both conscious effort and automatic, non-conscious processes, while addressing its remarkable flexibility, detail, and capacity alongside its fragility and vulnerability to distortion and loss. In doing so, it examines how memory enables us to learn, make decisions, pursue our goals, and maintain meaningful connections with others and the world around us. This book provides an overview of key foundations, theories, and methodologies across various memory systems, processes, and functions. It integrates classic and contemporary research and offers insights into how these developments influence real-world applications. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of memory’s complexity, from fleeting moments to lifelong experiences, and how it forms our understanding of ourselves and the world. By bridging theoretical concepts with empirical insights and practical implications, Key Topics in Memory highlights the transformative potential of memory research. It also highlights examples of where women researchers have played a key role in advancing the field and ends with a call to action for future investigation of interactions between memory, culture, and technology,Key Topics in Memory is an essential resource for researchers, students, and professionals in psychology, neuroscience, and related fields who are interested in the science of memory. It is ideal for those seeking to understand the mechanisms and functions of memory, as well as its broader implications for human cognition and behaviour. Whether exploring foundational theories, methodological advances, or the application of memory research in real-world contexts, this book offers valuable insights into this fascinating area of study.

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  • Kustantaja / Valmistaja Taylor & Francis Ltd
  • ISBN 9781032705217
  • Tuotekoodi 9781032705217
  • Kirjoittajat Charity Brown; Richard J. Allen
  • Sarja BPS Key Topics in Psychology
  • Kieli Englanti
  • Thema-luokitus Lapsi-, kehitys- ja elämänkaaripsykologia; Fysiologinen psykologia ja neuropsykologia, biopsykologia; Kognitio ja kognitiivinen psykologia; Neurotieteet
  • Ilmestymispäivä 15.06.2026
  • Vuosi 2026
  • Tuoteryhmä Ulk talous, yhteiskunta
  • Tuotepääryhmä Ulkomaiset tietokirjat
  • Tuotelinja Kirjat
  • Sivumäärä 194
  • Pituus (mm) 215
  • Leveys (mm) 140
  • Korkeus (mm) 15
  • Paino (g) 264
  • Tuotemuoto Pehmeäkantinen
  • Tuoteturvallisuusyhteystiedot Taylor & Francis Verlag GmbH, GPSR@taylorandfrancis.com, Kaufingerstraße 24, 80331 München, Germany, 80331, München
  • ALV 13,5%

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