The second edition of the acclaimed Oxford Companion to the Mind features 900 articles covering all aspects of the brain and consciousness, contributed by over 300 leading scholars. Blending cultural and scientific perspectives, it offers authoritative descriptions and analyses infused with wit and a personal touch. New entries explore topics such as artificial life, attachment theory, caffeine, and extra-terrestrial intelligence, among others. The edition includes three new mini symposia on consciousness, brain imaging, and artificial intelligence, showcasing diverse specialist contributions that present a balanced yet engaging exploration of these significant subjects. Notable contributors include Roger Penrose, Steven Rose, Beryl Bainbridge, and Noam Chomsky, addressing themes from consciousness to language. The content spans a wide array of topics, including ageing, aggressive behavior, brain disorders, depression, existentialism, hallucinations, memory, mental illness, perception, psychotherapy, and the mind-body problem. This comprehensive resource serves as an essential guide to understanding the complexities of the mind, incorporating historical and contemporary perspectives on various psychological and philosophical concepts.
