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What are the fundamental mechanisms of decision, timing, memory and cognitive control? How do these give rise to individual differences, and how do they change as people age? How are these mechanisms implemented in neural functions, in particular the functions of the frontal lobe? How do they relate to the demands of everyday, ‘real life’ behaviour? Over almost five decades, Pat Rabbitt has been among the most distinguished of British cognitive psychologists. His work has been widely influential in theories of mental speed, cognitive control and aging, influencing research in experimental psychology, neuropsychology and individual differences. of 16 contributors actively pursuing research in the fields of speed, memory, and control, and the application of these fields to individual differences and aging. With the latest work from senior figures in the field, and a focus on fundamental topics in both teaching and research, the book will be valuable to students and scientists in experimental psychology and cognitive neuroscience.

Editor: Duncan, John, Editor: Phillips, Louise, Editor: McLeod, Peter

Topic: Psychology
Media: Book
ISBN: 198566425
Language: English
Pages: 304