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After Phrenology
Neural Reuse and the Interactive Brain
by Michael L. Anderson
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An overview of most brain structures that go past the widely known often mentioned hypothalamus, pituitary gland, hippocampus, amygdala.
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How Emotions Are Made
The Secret Life of the Brain
by Lisa Feldman Barrett
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Currently the #1 bestselling book in Medical Neuropsychology, Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett explains how our emotions manifest as a result of intricate reactions within our brain.
Brain Architecture
Understanding the Brain Plan
by Larry W. Swanson
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Thought to be more of a textbook than a light read, Brain Architecture is a great introductory text into the world of the brain and neuroscience. If you are looking for informative literature with a splash of science facts dabbled in every now and then, this book is for you.
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Divergent Mind
Thriving in a World That Wasn't Designed for You
by Jenara Nerenberg
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Thriving in a World That Wasn’t Designed for You by Jenara Nerenberg: A book made for neurodivergent women. It was particularly interesting to me because it mentioned synesthesia, a theme I investigated in my spare time.
Here I will like to share some literature that helps explain in greater detail, the background information of my blog posts in a more academic tone.