ebook img

The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society PDF

582 Pages·2020·1.1024 MB·other
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society PDF Free - Full Version

by Alain Ehrenberg| 2020| 582 pages| 1.1024| other

About The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society

Cognitive neuroscience, once a specialized area of psychology and biology, has enjoyed increased worldwide legitimacy in the last thirty years not only in psychiatry and mental health, but also in fields as diverse as education, economics, marketing, and law. How can this surge in popularity be explained? Has the new science of human behaviour now become the barometer of our conduct and our lives, taking the place previously occupied by psychoanalysis? Rather than asking if neuronal man will replace social man or how to surmount the opposition between the biological and the social, The Mechanics of Passions uncovers hidden relationships between global social ideals and specialized concepts of neuroscience and cognitive science. Proposing a historical sociology situated in the dual contexts of the history of sciences and the history of self-representation, Alain Ehrenberg describes the conditions through which cognitive neuroscience has developed and acquired a strong moral authority in our individualistic society permeated by ideas, values, and norms of autonomy. Cognitive neuroscience offers the promise of turning personal limitations into assets by exploring an individual's "hidden potential." The Mechanics of Passions identifies this as the echo of social ideals of autonomy, affirming that the moral authority of cognitive neuroscience stems as much from cultural norms as from any results of scientific or medical experimentation.

Detailed Information

Author:Alain Ehrenberg
Publication Year:2020
ISBN:228003423
Pages:582
Language:other
File Size:1.1024
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society by Alain Ehrenberg completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society on my mobile device?

After downloading The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society by Alain Ehrenberg. You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download The Mechanics of Passion: Brain, Behaviour, and Society PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.