Neurons have the amazing ability to gather and transmit electrochemical signals - think of them like the gates and wires in a computer. Neurons share the same characteristics and have the same makeup as other cells, but the electrochemical aspect. In this course, we will provide a highly accessible introduction to neuroscience for the general student population. For many neuroscientists it is a core belief that all of human experience, our sensory perception of our environment, our thoughts, memories, emotions and aspirations are ultimately manifestations of brain function and should at least in principle be explainable in terms of physiological mechanisms.

This book is about much more than psychedelics, itвЂ™s about what ultimately makes us human. The back cover doesnвЂ™t do it justice. How to Change Your Mind: The New Science of Psychedelics by Michael Pollan вЂ“ I have said it countless times: this is one of my favourite books, ever.

Other Minds: The Octopus and the Evolution of Intelligent Life by Peter Godfrey-Smith вЂ“ This one almost reads like a novel. A great option if youвЂ™re not a big reader.4. ItвЂ™s very easy to read, and is a good introduction that will pique your curiosity and make you want to learn more. The Brain: The Story of You by David Eagleman вЂ“ This is not the most detailed book about the brain out there, but it did become a bestseller for a reason.

Designed by two neuroscientists and an anatomist, itвЂ™s a fun way to learn about the structure and function of the human brain. IвЂ™m not a huge fan of the tone and things are not always written вЂњfor dummiesвЂќ like youвЂ™d want it to, but itвЂ™s a great reference book you can use as a complement in your journey to understand how the brain works.Finally, if you want a relaxing, no-screen activity, I recommend ordering a copy of The Human Brain Coloring Book. This book has been very valuable in my studies to quickly double-check on concepts. Neuroscience For Dummies by Frank Amthor вЂ“ DonвЂ™t laugh. The authorвЂ™s thesis is that intelligent life evolved not once, but twice, and that octopuses are the closest weвЂ™ll ever get to communication with aliens.5.

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