The Dopaminergic Mind in Human Evolution and History

Author: Fred H. Previc
Edition: 1
Binding: Kindle Edition
ISBN: B007NWFUX0

The Dopaminergic Mind in Human Evolution and History

What does it mean to be human? There are many theories of the evolution of human behavior which seek to explain how our brains evolved to support our unique abilities and personalities. Get The Dopaminergic Mind in Human Evolution and History diet books 2013 for free.
Most of these have focused on the role of brain size or specific genetic adaptations of the brain. In contrast, in this 2009 text, Fred Previc presents a provocative theory that high levels of dopamine, the most widely studied neurotransmitter, account for all major aspects of modern human behavior. He further emphasizes the role of epigenetic rather than genetic factors in the rise of dopamine. Previc contrasts the great achievements of the dopaminergic mind with the harmful effects of rising dopamine levels in modern societies and concludes with a critical Check The Dopaminergic Mind in Human Evolution and History our best diet books for 2013. All books are available in pdf format and downloadable from rapidshare, 4shared, and mediafire.

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Previc contrasts the great achievements of the dopaminergic mind with the harmful effects of rising dopamine levels in modern societies and concludes with a critical

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