Finding Consciousness in the Brain: A Neurocognitive Approach (Advances in Consciousness Research)

How does the brain go about the business of being conscious? Though we cannot yet provide a complete answer, this book explains what is now known about the neural basis of human consciousness. The authors are experts in psychology and neuroscience who have conducted original research on consciousness and wish to communicate the highlights of this research. Beginning with an overview of conscious awareness, this book explains identified neurocognitive systems and examines theories which tackle global aspects of consciousness.