The Social Brain Evolution and Pathology 1st Edition by Martin Brune, Hedda Ribbert, Wulf Schiefenhovel ISBN 0470867221 9780470849606

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ISBN 10: 0470867221 
ISBN 13: 9780470849606
Author: Martin Brune, Hedda Ribbert, Wulf Schiefenhovel

Provides an inter-disciplinary exploration of the development of social cognition in humans and looks at the psychiatric implications when these processes go awry. The resulting brain disorders or psychopathologies can manifest in various forms such as autism, schizophrenia, delusional disorders, affective disorders (bipolar disease), and borderline personality disorders of old age (dementia). There is increasing interest in what determines our social awareness and behaviour and essentially this book applies “theory of mind” to psychiatry and psychopathology. With contributions from leading authorities in the field, this will be a standard reference for years to come.

The Social Brain Evolution and Pathology 1st Table of contents:

Part 1: The Evolution of the Social Brain

1. Introduction to the Social Brain

   • Defining the Social Brain
   • The Importance of Social Interaction for Human Survival
   • A Brief Overview of Brain Evolution

2. Evolutionary Origins of the Social Brain

   • The Emergence of Social Behavior in the Animal Kingdom
   • Key Brain Regions Involved in Social Behavior
   • The Evolutionary Pressures That Shaped the Social Brain

3. Neuroanatomy of the Social Brain

   • Brain Structures and Systems Critical for Social Behavior
   • The Role of the Prefrontal Cortex, Amygdala, and Other Structures
   • Mirror Neurons and Empathy

4. Cognitive and Emotional Processes in Social Interaction

   • Social Cognition: Theory of Mind and Empathy
   • The Role of Emotions in Social Decision-Making
   • Understanding Others: Perception, Interpretation, and Response

5. The Role of Language in the Social Brain

   • Language Development and Its Impact on Social Interaction
   • Brain Regions Involved in Language and Communication
   • Language Evolution and Social Functioning

Part 2: Pathologies of the Social Brain

6. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

   • Neurodevelopmental Aspects of ASD
   • Social and Communication Challenges in ASD
   • Neurobiological Underpinnings of ASD and Possible Interventions

7. Schizophrenia and Social Cognition

   • The Impact of Schizophrenia on Social Perception and Interaction
   • Cognitive and Emotional Deficits in Social Contexts
   • Neuropathology of Schizophrenia and Its Effects on Social Functioning

8. Psychopathy and Antisocial Behavior

   • Understanding Psychopathy and Its Neurological Basis
   • The Role of the Social Brain in Empathy and Moral Judgment
   • Pathological Deficits in Social and Emotional Processing

9. Affective Disorders and Social Functioning

   • Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Social Interactions
   • The Effect of Emotional Dysregulation on Social Relationships
   • Neurobiological Factors in Affective Disorders and Social Withdrawal

10. Social Brain Disorders in Neurological Conditions

    • Alzheimer’s Disease and Social Cognition
    • Frontotemporal Dementia and Changes in Social Behavior
    • Parkinson’s Disease and Its Impact on Social Functioning

Part 3: Social Brain and Mental Health

11. Social Brain Plasticity and Mental Health

    • How the Social Brain Adapts to Environmental Changes
    • The Role of Social Environments in Shaping Mental Health
    • Therapeutic Approaches for Enhancing Social Functioning

12. The Social Brain and Empathy

    • Empathy and the Brain: Neurological Mechanisms
    • The Role of Empathy in Social Bonding and Prosocial Behavior
    • Pathologies of Empathy: Disorders That Impair Social Connection

13. Social Neuroscience and Interventions

    • Neuromodulation and the Treatment of Social Brain Pathologies
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapies for Social Functioning
    • The Role of Social Support in Mental Health Recovery

Part 4: Implications for Society and Future Research

14. The Social Brain in the Digital Age

    • Social Media, Technology, and Changes in Social Interaction
    • The Impact of Technology on the Development of the Social Brain
    • Virtual Realities and Their Effect on Social Cognition

15. The Future of Social Neuroscience

    • Emerging Research in Social Brain Pathology
    • Understanding the Social Brain through Neuroimaging and Genetics
    • New Directions for Treatment and Intervention

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