THE DISORDERED MIND What Unusual Brains Tell Us About Ourselves

Why do people struggle with thoughts or understanding? How does the structure of the brain impact who we are? David Stifel provides a confident professorial tone in his narration of Kandel's fascinating audiobook. Listeners searching for a fundamental review of neurobiology will find it satisfyingly comprehensive. Kandel, a Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist, covers a broad spectrum of topics, including the current research on Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, anxiety, addiction, and depression, as well sexual identify and gender. Kandel also considers the biological nature of emotional expression. While unquestionably scholarly, Kandel's audiobook is accessible to curious listeners, particularly those with an interest in neurology. Stifel's voice conveys the material clearly, making the sometimes complicated material easier to grasp. S.P.C. © AudioFile 2018, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2018]