The central concepts of interpersonal neurobiology theory. There are many disciplines that have addressed the nature of mental life, from psychology to philosophy, to literature and linguistics. However, there is no common ground that addresses and integrates all these important perspectives, where those who pursue collective wisdom find answers to several basic questions, such as: What is the purpose of life? Why are we here? How do we know things and how are we aware of ourselves? What is the mind? What does it depend on whether a mind is healthy or sick? And perhaps most importantly: What is the connection between the mind, the brain and our relationships with others? Our mental lives are totally relationshiply. Interactions with others shape our mental world. However, any neuroscientist will tell you that activation patterns shape the mind. How to solve this presumed paradox, the built-in and relational nature of the mind? interpersonal neurobiology is a way of thinking through this apparent conceptual divide. This. Pocket guide to interpersonal neurobiology. It is designed to assist you in the personal and professional application of the interpersonal neurobiology approach to developing a healthy mind, an integrated brain and empathetic relationships. It also aims to help you understand the complex foundations of interpersonal neurobiology, while you undertake active reading of the other related texts.