Connected Species - How the Evolution of the Human Brain Can Save the World

In The Connected Species, Mark Williams explores how our drive to connect has spurred us to great innovations while also driving a wedge between groups. By better understanding how our brains have evolved to support human connection, we can work together towards a less divided, more equitable and sustainable future.

Info autore

Mark A. Williams is a professor of cognitive neuroscience with over 20 years experience conducting behavioral and brain imaging research focusing on social skills. He has published more than 70 scientific articles and received numerous high-profile fellowships and grants. Williams now runs programs for schools and businesses on the neuroscience of learning and emotions, as well as the impact of modern technology on our brains. He has made many TV and radio appearances to discussed topics including facial expressions, emotions, racism, and even why we can't tickle ourselves. His research on which much of this book is based was featured in outlets globally including The New York Times, The Economist, The Guardian, and New Scientist.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Mark A. Williams, Williams Mark A.
• Editore: Rowman and Littlefield
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pubblicazione: 01.08.2023
• EAN: 9781538179000
• ISBN: 978-1-5381-7900-0
• Pagine: 230
• Categorie: Saggistica > Psicologia, esoterismo, spiritualità, antroposofia > Psicologia: tematiche generali, opere di consultazione; Scienze sociali, diritto, economia > Media, comunicazione > Scienze della comunicazione; Scienze umane, arte, musica > Psicologia > Psicologia teorica; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology / Marriage & Family, PSYCHOLOGY / Interpersonal Relations, Sociology: family & relationships, Social, group or collective psychology, Communication Studies, Sociology: family and relationships, Interpersonal communication and skills