Exercise-cognition interaction: neuroscience perspectives

"Exercise-Cognition Interaction: Neuroscience Perspectives" is the only book on the market that examines the neuroscientific correlation between exercise and cognitive functioning. The upsurge in research in recent years has confirmed that cognitive-psychology theory cannot account for the effects of exercise on cognition, and both acute and chronic exercise effect neurochemical and psychophysiological changes in the brain that, in turn, affect cognitive functioning. This book provides an overview of the research into these effects, from theoretical research through current studies that emphasize neuroscientific theories and rationales. It addition, users will find a thorough examination of the effects of exercise interventions on cognitive functioning in special populations, including the elderly, children, and those suffering from a variety of diseases, including schizophrenia, diabetes, and an array of neurological disorders. With contributions from leading researchers in the field, this book will be the go-to resource for neuroscientists, psychologists, medical professionals, and other researchers who need an understanding of the role exercise plays in cognitive functioning. Provides a comprehensive account of how exercise affects brain functioning, which in turn affects cognitionCovers both theory and empirical researchPresents a thorough examination of the effects of exercise interventions on cognitive functioning in special populations, including the elderly, children, and those suffering from a variety of diseasesExamines neurochemical, psychophysiological, and genetic factorsCovers acute and chronic exercise "

Front Cover; EXERCISE-COGNITION INTERACTION: NEUROSCIENCE PERSPECTIVES; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; 1 -- History of Research into the Acute Exercise-Cognition Interaction: A Cognitive Psychology Approach; INTRODUCTION; Development of Theoretical Rationales; Summary; EMPIRICAL RESEARCH; Exercise Protocols; Defining Exercise Intensities; Task-Type Effects; Attention/Perception Tasks; Working Memory Tasks; Flanker Task; Simon Task; Stroop Color Task; Go/No Go Task; Stop Signal Task; Random Number Generation Task; Wisconsin Card Sorting Task; Tower of London Task

2 -- The History of Research on Chronic Physical Activity and Cognitive PerformanceINTRODUCTION; RESEARCH WITH OLDER ADULTS; RESEARCH WITH CHILDREN; RESEARCH WITH YOUNG ADULTS; THEORETICAL APPROACHES; MECHANISMS AND MEDIATORS; MODERATORS; CONCLUSIONS; References; 3 -- Animal Models of Exercise-Brain Interactions; INTRODUCTION; RODENT EXERCISE MODELS; Voluntary Wheel Running; Forced Treadmill Running; Strength Training; NEUROLOGICAL EFFECTS OF EXERCISE; EXERCISE AND THE HIPPOCAMPUS; Anatomy of the Hippocampus; Acute Effect of Exercise on Neuronal Activation of the Hippocampus

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