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Dr. James W. Kalat's BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY is the best selling book in the market for good reasons?an extremely high level of scholarship, clear and occasionally humorous writing style, and precise examples. An extremely skilled teacher, Dr. Kalat has written a book that speaks to today's users as well as to professors. Throughout all ten editions, the goal has been to make biological psychology accessible to psychology users, not just to biology majors and pre-meds. The goal has also been to convey the excitement of the search for biological explanations of behavior. Kalat believes that biological psychology is "the most interesting topic in the world," and this text convinces many users. Accuracy, currency and a clear presentation style have always been the hallmarks of this text, and this Tenth Edition and its supplement package take these qualities to the next level. Sold separately, and available for the first time, a media-rich, highly interactive online eBook integrates the book; the content of the book's popular companion CD-ROM, Exploring Biological Psychology; Try It Yourself activities; Stop & Check quizzes; and new animations. An improved and expanded Instructor's Resource Manual supports your teaching. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (19)

Well written, great book (for undergrads)
This textbook is surprisingly interesting. I find I learn much more here than in class. The illustrations have really good detail, yet are simple enough to comprehend with just basic biology and psychology knowledge. Pretty expensive though. I was thinking of getting the previous edition, but waited too close to the start of the semester, so I bought the new version on here. This is one class you may actually want to buy the book. I know I'll be keeping it (although that might not may say much since I keep all my psyc books).

The item was in the condition stated
I got the book on time and the book was in the condition that it was said to be.

Wonderful!!!!
Book arrived in great condition and very quickly! I would use this seller again! Over all experience was WONDERFUL!

Biological Psychology
This book was pretty vauge and simple, didnt give much information on my of the topics. The overall condtion of the book was new, very fast shipping and good seller. Would buy again

Vendor is wonderful and delivered.
The book came very quickly and in the great shape.It was everything it was advertised to be.Thank you!! ... Read more

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Dr. James W. Kalat's BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY is the best selling text in the market because of its extremely high level of scholarship, clear and occasionally humorous writing style, and precise examples integrated throughout the text. Throughout all nine editions, the goal has been to make biological psychology accessible to psychology students, not just to biology majors and pre-meds. The goal has also been to convey the excitement of the search for biological explanations of behavior. Kalat argues that biological psychology is "the most interesting topic in the world," and this text convinces many students. Try-it-yourself activities in the book and on-line help illustrate phenomena and procedures described in the text. Accuracy, currency and a clear presentation style have always been the trademark signature of this text and this Ninth Edition has taken these qualities to the next level. An extremely skilled teacher, Dr. Kalat has written a text that not only speaks to today's students but to their professors as well. Accuracy, currency and a clear presentation style have always been the trademark signature of this text and this Ninth Edition has taken these qualities to the next level. ... Read more

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Good purchase
Delivery was very fast but the book had a bit more random highlighting then expected. But overall I am happy with it.

Book for school
Don't get me wrong, this book is in horrible condition. The spine is dis-attached from the book. It has been highlighted to an excess. But for the price, I will be okay. 14 dollars including shipping... wow I definitely felt accomplished when the kid next to me the first day of class had a used book sticker on his. The price for it used at the bookstore on campus was 150 dollars. Again, I feel completely satisfied for the condition of the book.

Bio Psyc Book
I was so happy about this book and the fact that the seller did a great job sending, packaging, and writing in detail the condition of this book.She also kept in in great condition.

Good Buy
This book was a big money saver for me. I was a little worried about how long it would actually take to get it due to the holidays but it came pretty fast. I would buy from this person again.

Biological Psychology
The book is great for the brain and Behavior class that I am taking. It came with CD-rom which is very helpful. ... Read more

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With its comprehensive, authoritative coverage and reader-friendly pedagogy, DISCOVERING BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY, 2nd Edition is ideal for a broad range of students taking a beginning undergraduate course in biological or physiological psychology. The book provides a foundational understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system and its relationship to both typical and disordered human behavior. Written by an author with nearly 30 years of teaching experience at schools ranging from community colleges to the Ivy League, this text presents classic concepts, current topics, and cutting-edge research in a style that is both accessible to beginning and less-prepared students and appealing to students with stronger backgrounds. As a result, the book allows instructors to teach a rigorous course that does not oversimplify the material, while keeping students excited and engaged. Reviewers have praised the text's clear narrative, high-interest examples, pedagogy, and purposeful art program. The Second Edition is supported by a comprehensive and contemporary media package that includes animations, videos, lectures and an image gallery on Microsoft? PowerPoint? slides, student response system content, and a time-saving online homework and course management system. ... Read more

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purchased text book
In general I am very happy with my product. The only thing that I was concerned with was that I am in the U.S. and the book came from Austria. However, the company worked with me in getting the book farely quickly. Overall I'm very happy.

Good text book.
This book is actually pretty awesome for a text book. The writer throws in some humor periodically and takes a straightforward approach to explanations. There are several charts that summarize information well. And there are some great diagrams that really clarify the writing. There is also a companion website with FANTASTIC animations and practice tests. It's really helpful.

If you want a text book that will make Bio Psyc a little bit easier and a lot more fun I recoomend this text book. ... Read more

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The complete full-color Sixth Edition in a three-hole punched, looseleaf format. Students can take just the sections they need to class and can easily integrate instructor material with the text.Biological Psychology is a comprehensive survey of the biological bases of behavior that is authoritative and up-to-date. Designed for undergraduates enrolled in Biological Psychology, Physiological Psychology, or Behavioral Neuroscience, the book continues to offer an outstanding illustration program that engages students, making even complicated topics and processes clear. It offers a broad perspective, encompassing lucid descriptions of behavior, evolutionary history, development, proximate mechanisms, and applications.The Sixth Edition features a thoroughly redesigned and up-to-date Cognitive Neuroscience module (Part VI; Chapters 17 19), with expanded coverage of attention, executive control, and decision-making processes, in keeping with the latest research breakthroughs. Optional advanced topics are available on the Web as A Step Further, streamlining the printed text to emphasize the important points.The new edition boasts hundreds of new references, including research students may have encountered in the popular media. Yet critical thinking skills are also honed as the reader is alerted to the many widely held myths about the neuroscience of behavior and educated about facts that sound unlikely to the uninformed. Thorough and reader-friendly, Biological Psychology reveals the fascinating interactions of brain and behavior.KEY FEATURES * The book has an outstanding full-color art program, including hundreds of original illustrations that make it easy to understand structures, mechanisms, and processes in the brain. * Each chapter opens with a brief outline and a narrative illustrating an important aspect of behavioral biology that will be made clear to the student by reading the rest of the chapter. * Redesigned chapter summaries are organized by main chapter heads in a readable two-column format. Each has bold-faced key terms, callouts to pertinent figures, and references to the Companion Website. * Bold-faced terms are defined in the margins of the text to help students identify and learn key terminology. * All references to figures, tables, and boxes are boldfaced and in color, for easy differentiation from the body of the text. * The free-access Biological Psychology Companion Website is referenced from in-text callouts and in the chapter summaries. See Media and Supplements section. ... Read more

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Biological Psychology is a comprehensive survey of the biological bases of behavior that is authoritative and up-to-date. Designed for undergraduates enrolled in Biological Psychology, Physiological Psychology, or Behavioral Neuroscience, the book continues to offer an outstanding illustration program that engages students, making even complicated topics and processes clear. The book offers a broad perspective, encompassing lucid descriptions of behavior, evolutionary history, development, proximate mechanisms, and applications. The Fifth Edition has been redesigned to help students study and learn more effectively. Optional advanced topics are available on the Web asA Step Further,streamlining the printed text to emphasize the important points. Each chapter begins with a brief outline and an engaging narrative relating the topic to the human condition. Bold-faced terms are defined in margins and at the end of the book to aid students in remembering key terms. The new edition boasts hundreds of new references, including research students may have encountered in the popular media. Yet critical thinking skills are also honed as the reader is alerted to the many widely held myths about the neuroscience of behavior and educated about facts that sound unlikely to the uninformed. Thorough and reader-friendly, Biological Psychology reveals the fascinating interactions of brain and behavior. ... Read more

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Biological Psychology
This book is spacey, hard to follow, and is lacking in luster. A better book to get for your course is Biological Psychology by Kalat. his explanations are easy to understand and he includes enough information so that your paragraph isn't filled with unnecessary vocab terms. This book is a complete waste of time and leaves a lot for interpretation. If it's required for your class, make sure you buy study guides and other informational material, or never ever miss a class session. I have had physics books that are easier to understand and better written than this magnificent piece of intellectualization. My advice, if this book is required, wait for a better teacher.

Excellent!
Came in excellent condition as described- it was still in the original plastic wrapping! Shipped right after the order was placed.

Disappointed in the seller
The book arrived in good condition, but I expected to receive it sooner based on the seller's description.It arrived three weeks after I ordered it.

later than expected
the product came in within the time range but about a week or so later than the rest that i had ordered at the same time.this company is in the UK so if you need it in a hurry then you may want to consider this.

Biological Pyschology Book
First two chapters of the book fell out. Wasn't as good as shape as listed. ... Read more

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Written by Elaine M. Hall of Florida State University and Juan Dominguez of University of Texas Austin, this guide consists of chapter introductions, learning objectives, key terms and concepts, short-answer questions, and approximately 30 multiple-choice test items for each chapter. Many chapters include informational diagrams, and crossword puzzles to test key terms and ideas. ... Read more

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Not too bad for the basics
I bought this book for a mid level psychology class and it helped more to use the book website because it gave quizzes on the main topics which I used as my primary study aide for exams. It didn't go into too much detail that you were overwhelmed, it just brushed over a little of the basics without too much theory. ... Read more

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Biological Psychology is a comprehensive survey of the biological bases of behavior that is authoritative and up-to-date. Designed for undergraduates enrolled in Biological Psychology, Physiological Psychology, or Behavioral Neuroscience, the book continues to offer an outstanding illustration program that engages students, making even complicated topics and processes clear. It offers a broad perspective, encompassing lucid descriptions of behavior, evolutionary history, development, proximate mechanisms, and applications.The Sixth Edition features a thoroughly redesigned and up-to-date Cognitive Neuroscience module (Part VI; Chapters 17 19), with expanded coverage of attention, executive control, and decision-making processes, in keeping with the latest research breakthroughs. Optional advanced topics are available on the Web as A Step Further, streamlining the printed text to emphasize the important points.The new edition boasts hundreds of new references, including research students may have encountered in the popular media. Yet critical thinking skills are also honed as the reader is alerted to the many widely held myths about the neuroscience of behavior and educated about facts that sound unlikely to the uninformed. Thorough and reader-friendly, Biological Psychology reveals the fascinating interactions of brain and behavior.KEY FEATURES * The book has an outstanding full-color art program, including hundreds of original illustrations that make it easy to understand structures, mechanisms, and processes in the brain. * Each chapter opens with a brief outline and a narrative illustrating an important aspect of behavioral biology that will be made clear to the student by reading the rest of the chapter. * Redesigned chapter summaries are organized by main chapter heads in a readable two-column format. Each has bold-faced key terms, callouts to pertinent figures, and references to the Companion Website. * Bold-faced terms are defined in the margins of the text to help students identify and learn key terminology. * All references to figures, tables, and boxes are boldfaced and in color, for easy differentiation from the body of the text. * The free-access Biological Psychology Companion Website is referenced from in-text callouts and in the chapter summaries. See Media and Supplements section. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (10)

Good Price and Timely Delivery
Daughter needed this book for college, andthe bookstore price for used and new was not comparable with price that was offered here.Book arrived in excellent condition and in a timely manner.

book
My daughter bought this book for her class at SSU. It was what she needed

Wrong Edition
The edition was not clearly marked on the website.So, I ended up having to send it back... what a hassle!

Comprehensive
I read this book to better understand how biological factors affect human psychology. Although it is a student text and intended to include classroom lecture and discussion, it provides a through overview of the subject and a level of detail that helps explain human behavior. A bit academic for some, it will help any reader to appreciate the incredible complex interaction between the biological and psychological.

Great book!
This text book is a really great tool for students that are just starting to learn about biopsych. It is informative and detailed but not to the point to were students can't understand the material. The CD is also a great resource. ... Read more

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To help you review concepts and succeed on exams, this guide provides expanded chapter outlines correlated to learning objectives from the text, self-quizzing materials not found on the Student Book Companion Website, and answers to the text's Interim Summary and Chapter Review questions. It also includes new coloring and labeling exercises based on text art. ... Read more

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This #1 best-seller has successfully introduced thousands of students to the intricate relationship between biology and psychology. This Eighth Edition redefines the high standard set by previous editions. It offers the best balance of rigor and accessibility, the most current research, and the most thorough technology integration available for your course--all presented within a unique modular format that supports student mastery and provides instructors with maximum teaching flexibility. In every chapter, Kalat accurately portrays biopsychology as a dynamic and empirical field in which fascinating new discoveries are constantly being made. He captures readers' interest with the latest biological psychology findings, such as how gingko biloba claims to aid memory and coverage of the hypothesis that humans' mate choice patterns are influenced by natural selection. Throughout, the author's goal is not only to convey information, but also to convey his excitement about and dedication to the subject. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Incredibly informative
This book was designed to be a textbook, and usually I'm not really fond of my textbooks.However, this book is incredibly interesting, in addition to being informative.This is most certainly a book which I will keep as a reference book instead of a textbook I want to re-sell.

Excellent textbook!
I use this textbook in my undergraduate physiological psychology course. Kalat is very clear, he uses wonderful illustrations, and the CD is a nice resource. I recommend it for other instructors.

cells over systems
I'm a biopsychologist.Kalat is a very good writer with a gift for explaining difficult concepts and for keeping technical issues interesting.I chose his Intro Psych book for my classes for just this reason.My response to this book is a little more mixed.Biopsychology ranges broadly from cellular to systems level research.This book does well at the former level.It gets a little more deeply into the biochemistry than I would prefer but does so well and is impressively up to date.It does less well at the systems level literature.For example, it defines two common imaging terms incorrectly: PET and rCBF (mixing them up with SPECT and PET respectively).Overall, I like the book and chose it for my biopsychology class but every instructor needs to choose based on their own needs for depth and for emphasis.

as for textbooks.....
as for textbooks for a biopsych class, this book is certainly interesting and the enhanced cd is definitely a plus.this book has not yet been used as a pillow for a sudden study break nap.the pictures are clear, the writing is friendly, and it's too bad that more texts can't be like this!

Great textbook!
I'm a freshman Psychology student at the University of Amsterdam (The Netherlands)... I used this book to study for my course Biological Psychology (duh!)... Anyway, this book is very organized, good summaries and a clear explanation of all the important concepts... Even if you don't have much knwoledge of biology, you will understand this book... at least I did... ... Read more

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Save your money.
Save your money. The companion website for this text book has EVERYTHING that this study guide has and a whole lot more. ... Read more

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There is no "Paperback" edition! it is the study guide only.
Do not order the "paperback edition" thinking wow, it's much cheaper. The paperback edition is the study guide, not the textbook.

Sometimes reads like a dictionary
This book looks pretty and I was very excited about the subject matter. I was taking Psychobiology as a general education class and the teacher chose this book. The book is filled with so many definitions that it almost reads like a dictionary at one point. The second chapter has over 100 key words listed.It is constant factual information that leaves you bored and burnt out by the end. This would be appropriate possibly for a class within the major of biology but not for a beginning class.

Excellent book
I use this book to teach an advanced level undergraduate course, and it has been terrific. It simplifies the material so that it is easy to understand without oversimplification which has been traditionally the problem with such introductory texts. Overall, high marks for Klein and Thorne's well-designed well-written text. It makes teaching and learning the material a breeze. My students have also positively commented on this text.

wonderful book, but I did not order it.
Well, the book is wonderful. It came in on time and provided me with an oppurtunity to avance my education, but I cancelled that book. Well, I though I had cancelled it. Anyway, maybe next time.

Great Way to Learn!
This book is a requirement for my Psychology class. I love it!! It is easy to understand and study for a test. The definitions are listed on each page! Great!! ... Read more

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Assuming no prior knowledge, this text uses everyday experiences to fully explain complex concepts of biological psychology in an interesting and accessible way.

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Never Highlight a Book Again! Cram101 Textbook Outlines give the student all of the highlights, notes, and practice-tests for their textbook. Only Cram101 is Textbook Specific, not generic. ... Read more

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Dr. James W. Kalat's "Biological Psychology, International Edition" is the best selling text in the market for good reasons - an extremely high level of scholarship, clear and occasionally humorous writing style, and precise examples. An extremely skilled teacher, Dr. Kalat has written a text that speaks to today's students as well as to professors. Throughout all ten editions, the goal has been to make biological psychology accessible to psychology students, not just to biology majors and pre-meds. The goal has also been to convey the excitement of the search for biological explanations of behavior. Kalat believes that biological psychology is the most interesting topic in the world, and this text convinces many students. Accuracy, currency and a clear presentation style have always been the hallmarks of this text, and this Tenth Edition and its supplement package take these qualities to the next level. For the first time, a media-rich, highly interactive online eBook integrates the text; the content of the book's popular companion CD-ROM. It includes: Exploring Biological Psychology; Try It Yourself activities; Stop & Check quizzes; and new animations.It is an improved and expanded Instructor's Resource Manual that supports your teaching. ... Read more

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Recommended
Excellent service quality, delivered within the promised schedule. I haven't read the book yet, so, in terms of content of the book, I can't extend my review. ... Read more

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The Third Edition continues its successful combination of educational features that encourage the student to learn and make teaching easier for the instructor. Marginal questions scattered throughout the chapter help keep the student focused, while sectional Concept Checks and self tests provide immediate feedback on the student’s understanding of the material. At the end of each chapter the student is encouraged toward further exploration by the web links found in Online Resources, the references in For Further Reading, and the probing questions of For Further Thought. Throughout the chapters, Application boxes take the student a step beyond the chapter material, and In the News features tell the student that biopsychology is both timely and relevant.

The Third Edition devotes an entire chapter to intelligence and cognitive functioning and another to consciousness. Coming in the last unit of the text, these chapters assure that the student will walk away with the understanding that neuroscience is not only relevant but powerful enough to discover the foundations of our most defining characteristics. ... Read more

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Brain & Behavior
wonderful book for those who study psychology , you can deapth understand why Freud has emphasis Brain and Behavior are in ONE

Failure
Seller failed to ship material in the promised time frame. 10 days after reporting shipping seller failed to answer e-mail about shipping or provide a tracking number. I have submitted a request for a refund and anticipate failure again. Why post a required text book for sale if you do not want to sell it? My experience with this seller and this order was a complete failure.

disappointed
I'm sure the book is great, but I wouldn't know because I hace yet to receive it.I placed the order two and a half weeks ago, and the latest delivery date was set for August 19.It is now the 21.I'm very disappointed with this seller.I haven't even been notified that it is in processing or anything of the sort.

great
very great condition .. looks brand new.. took about a week to get to me.

Brain and Behavior
This was purchased as a textbook for my daughter.
She has already started reading before the semester started. This unusual so im very happy of this
purchase for not only the cost but finding her reading
before the class starts.All her books are purchased as used and most come as brand new books.

Thanks Amazon ... Read more

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“This fantastic introduction to Biological Psychology brings the subject to life in a way that no traditional textbook can. I will certainly be recommending it.”   Brian Wink, Southampton Solent University

"My first reaction was that it was both imaginative and courageous. Having read it, I would add that it also makes a significant contribution to the available texts on biological psychology. This approach is just what students are looking for.”   Graham Mitchell, University of Northampton

Taking a refreshingly innovative approach to the subject, Biological Psychology: An Illustrated Survival Guide uses cartoons as an effective teaching medium. Each chapter is organised into a mini lecture, and offers an accessible introduction to key topics including:

• The brain and nervous system
• Vision and audition
• The mechanical and chemical senses
• Emotions and sexual behaviour
• Memory and learning

Intended to complement traditional textbooks in the area, Biological Psychology: An Illustrated Survival Guide provides undergraduate and ‘A’ level students with an alternative introduction to biological psychology and an invaluable study aid. ... Read more

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Great example of comics non-fiction
This guide is one of the best current examples of using the sequential art format to convey technical information in an engaging way. Research on learning highlights the value of dual coding (visual and verbal modes) and of high interest levels. This book---and the comics medium, in general---excels in these areas. The artwork is clearly not intended for high-end aesthetic purposes, nor is the script / dialogue. But that is fine because the purpose of the text is to clearly communicate the material, which it does very well.

Overall, this is an excellent use of extended, narrative diagrams for teaching. ... Read more

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Understanding Biological Psychology is an accessible and distinctive new core textbook that helps students to appreciate the central role that biological processes play in psychology.

• gives conceptual clarity to a complex and often confusing field;
  
• innovative integration of theory and methods;
  
• covers a core area of the undergraduate syllabus;
  
• accessible, student-friendly text;
  
• synthesizes biological processes with mainstream psychological topics to make the subject both interesting and accessible;
  
• focuses on what biological psychology is for, rather than treating it as an end in itself;
  
• provides basic introductions to biological principles and applications;
  
• covers recent advances, such as neuroimaging and molecular genetics.

Upon publication, the textbook will be supported by an accompanying website containing a multiple choice testbank, weblinks, electronic versions of figures, and other additional resources. Visit www.blackwellpublishing.com/corr for more information. ... Read more

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This is an accessible, well-written and well-illustrated account of the study of interplay between physiology and behavior. It is essential reading for undergraduates taking courses in biological or physiological psychology as well as anyone taking courses in neuropsychology or behavioral neuroscience. Neil covers all the major topics within bio-psychology, and evaluates the most up-to-date findings, particularly within neuroscience and neuroimaging research. The text includes pedagogical aids, including definitions of key terms, learning objectives, and question and answer sections. ... Read more

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Written by Elaine M. Hall of Florida State University, this guide consists of chapter introductions, learning objectives, key terms and concepts, short-answer questions, and approximately 30 multiple-choice test items for each chapter. Many chapters include informational diagrams, and crossword puzzles to test key terms and ideas. ... Read more

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Guide to A+
Without this book cramming would've been a lot harder.A must have for the text book. ... Read more