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Neurobiology of the Parental Brain

PUBLISHER Academic Press (07/15/2008)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Hardcover)

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This book presents cutting edge research on the basic neurobiology of parental behavior as it relates to behavioral disorders, including postpartum depression, anxiety, and inadequate parental bonding to infants. Internationally recognized basic and clinical researchers present new research findings in humans and animals that elucidate the roles of the brain, physiological state, genes and environment in maternal and paternal care. By bridging the gap between basic and clinical research, new understandings of how the biology of the brain and the reproductive state of the parent impact their mental health and the successful rearing of young emerge.
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ISBN-13: 9780123742858
ISBN-10: 0123742854
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 584
Carton Quantity: 10
Product Dimensions: 7.10 x 1.60 x 10.10 inches
Weight: 3.50 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Bibliography, Index, Table of Contents, Illustrated
Country of Origin: US
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Medical | Neuroscience
Medical | Neurology
Medical | Psychiatry - General
Dewey Decimal: 591.563
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This book presents cutting edge research on the basic neurobiology of parental behavior as it relates to behavioral disorders, including postpartum depression, anxiety, and inadequate parental bonding to infants. Internationally recognized basic and clinical researchers present new research findings in humans and animals that elucidate the roles of the brain, physiological state, genes and environment in maternal and paternal care. By bridging the gap between basic and clinical research, new understandings of how the biology of the brain and the reproductive state of the parent impact their mental health and the successful rearing of young emerge.
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