Mirroring People: The New Science of How We Connect with OthersWhat accounts for the remarkable ability to get inside another person's head—to know what they're thinking and feeling? "Mind reading" is the very heart of what it means to be human, creating a bridge between self and others that is fundamental to the development of culture and society. But until recently, scientists didn't understand what in the brain makes it possible. |
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User Review - DoingDewey - LibraryThingMirror neurons are the part of our brain which allow is to interpret other’s emotions, predict their intentions when they begin an action, and probably enable our ability to communicate using language ... Read full review
MIRRORING PEOPLE: The New Science of How We Connect with Others
User Review - KirkusAn intriguing but often impenetrable look at mirror neurons, specialized brain cells that the author believes enable us to empathize with others.Mirror neurons are the chameleon cells of the brain ... Read full review
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Mirroring People: The Science of Empathy and How We Connect with Others Marco Iacoboni No preview available - 2009 |