This clear and accessible book covers the science of attention, with an emphasis on core insights and practical applications. It focuses on the relationship between attention and technology, learning and memory, and is particularly relevant given the growing mental load in modern society.
Content and structure
Each chapter discusses a specific type of attention and associated cognitive processes, such as:
- Auditory and visual selective attention
- Attention control and inhibition
- Divided attention and multitasking
- Sensory and working memory
- Memory consolidation and information retrieval
In addition, key research findings are translated into practical applications via special feature boxes.
Special highlights
The book places extra emphasis on the interaction between attention and modern technology, such as multisensory processing in virtual and online environments, and critical situations like air traffic control, piloting, and driving where situational awareness is essential. It also covers a range of pathologies that affect attention, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, dementia, and head injuries.
Target audience and language level
This textbook is suitable for education, self-study, and professional use. It is written in Dutch and requires a language level that aligns with higher education and vocational training.
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