R
asked:
I'm a bit torn about this book. I love reading psychology, but too much research bogs me down. I'm not a psychologist or have professional training in it whatsoever, I just read for the pleasure of knowing how my mind works. Is this book very boring for a layperson to get through? And overflowing with long winding research?
To answer questions about
Descartes' Error: Emotion, Reason and the Human Brain,
please sign up.
Justin
Yes and no. I would suggest skipping whatever seems boring or overly technical without guilt, and focusing on the amazing case studies and anecdotes. Eventually the brain science will become clear. If you feel too bored, move on until you find something interesting (very probable given the book).
Beau Schutz
Although I love the rigorous scientific description and analysis of what we currently know of how the brain, mind and consciousness work - that's just me. For others who may be less scientifically inclined, I'm going with what Justin said about it. You can skip over any sections that seem to technical or scientific (and I'm not saying that you might not miss some interesting or important knowledge or information in the process) and still get the overall thrust of what Damasio is saying about our brains & our minds. IMO definitely worth reading if you are at all interested in these areas of understanding.
About Goodreads Q&A
Ask and answer questions about books!
You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.
See Featured Authors Answering Questions
Learn more