Cognitive Science: An Introduction to the Study of Mind

Cognitive Science provides a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the study of the mind. Authors Jay Friedenberg, Gordon Silverman, and Michael J. Spivey examine the mind from the perspective of different fields, including philosophy, psychology, neuroscience, networks, evolution, emotional and social cognition, linguistics, artificial intelligence, robotics, and the new framework of embodied cognition. Each chapter focuses on a particular disciplinary approach and explores methodologies, theories, and empirical findings. Substantially updated with new and expanded content, the Fourth Edition reflects the latest research in this rapidly evolving field.