So, I decided to get into this “Biological Psychology” thing. I heard it’s a big deal in its field, and this Kalat guy’s book, the 13th edition, is like the go-to book. I’m not a student or anything, just someone who’s curious about how the brain works.
First, I went on a hunt to find this book. I looked everywhere I mean, It’s like looking for a needle in a haystack. I finally found it though. There was one store, way on the other side of town, that had it. Paid a good chunk of change for it, but hey, it’s an investment in my brain, right?
Then, I started to read it. Man, this book is thick! It’s packed with information. I started with the first chapter, just to get a feel for it. The way Kalat explains things, it’s pretty easy to follow. He uses stories, real-life examples, you know, stuff that makes sense to a regular person like me.
Here’s what I did to make sure I was really getting it:
- I read a chapter a day. Sometimes half a chapter, depending on how dense it was.
- I took notes. Not just copying stuff, but writing things down in my own words. This helped a lot.
- I tried to explain what I learned to my dog. He didn’t get it, obviously, but it forced me to think about the concepts.
I’m still working my way through the book. There were some days, I just couldn’t read it at all, I just left the book there, and did nothing. But I have to say, it’s pretty fascinating. I’m learning about neurons, neurotransmitters, how different parts of the brain do different things. It’s like a whole new world opened up to me. I even thought of just renting this book, but then I found out that some eTextbook thing is included in something called “Cengage Unlimited”. I am not sure what those were, so I just got a physical book.
Here is what I did to get the book:
- Found it in some bookstore.
- Bought it with cash.
- That was it, pretty simple right?
What I’ve learned so far
This Kalat guy, he knows his stuff. He’s been doing this for a long time, and it shows. The book is well-organized, and it builds on itself. It is not like some random stuff put together, but the book really feels like a structured course on its own. I start with the basics, and then it gets more complex. I felt like I was learning some serious stuff and actually enjoying it.
I’m not sure where this journey will take me. Maybe I’ll become a brain expert, who knows? But for now, I’m just enjoying the ride. It’s like solving a big, complex puzzle, and I’m starting to see how the pieces fit together. I mean, who knew that our brain is such a complicated, yet so cool organ?
