Divided Brains: The Biology and Behaviour of Brain Asymmetries

by Giorgio Vallortigara, Lesley J. Rogers, Richard J Andrew, et al.

Book Overview

Asymmetry of the brain and behavior (lateralization) has traditionally been considered unique to humans. However, research has shown that this phenomenon is widespread throughout the vertebrate kingdom and found even in some invertebrate species. A similar basic plan of organization exists across vertebrates. Summarizing the evidence and highlighting research from the last twenty years, the authors discuss lateralization from four perspectives - function,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521183049
• ISBN13: 9780521183048
• Release Date: February 2013
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 234 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.9" x 8.9"