Neurocognition

The study of the relationships between neuroscience and cognitive psychology.

The goal is to look for specific neurophysiological correlates of cognitive functions. This is based on the assumption that specific brain regions are responsible for mediating certain aspects of cognitive function.


Pinel, J. (1993). Biopsychology,(2nd Edition) Allyn & Bacon: Toronto.


See Also:

Neuroscience Cognitive Science Cognitive Psychology


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