Journal of Neuropsychology

The Journal of Neuropsychology (pronunciation: /ˈnʊərəʊˌsaɪˈkɒlədʒi/) is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes research in the field of Neuropsychology.

Etymology

The term "Neuropsychology" is derived from the Greek words "neuron" (nerve), "psyche" (mind), and "logia" (study). Thus, it refers to the study of the relationship between the brain and behavior.

Overview

The Journal of Neuropsychology publishes articles that contribute to the understanding of human cognitive processes and behavior, particularly those that are related to the functions of the brain. It covers a wide range of topics, including memory, attention, perception, language, and emotion, among others. The journal also publishes research on the neuropsychological aspects of various neurological and psychiatric disorders.

Related Terms

Neuropsychology: The study of the relationship between the brain and behavior.
Cognition: The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
Memory: The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information.
Attention: The behavioral and cognitive process of selectively concentrating on a discrete aspect of information, whether deemed subjective or objective, while ignoring other perceivable information.
Perception: The organization, identification, and interpretation of sensory information in order to represent and understand the presented information or environment.
Language: The method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way.
Emotion: A complex state of feeling that results in physical and psychological changes that influence thought and behavior.

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