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Social Cognition
The Mirror Neuron System
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What is a mirror neuron?
A
neuron
that
fires
during
action
and
observation
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How do mirror neurons function when observing actions?
They mirror the behavior of
active neurons
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What does the existence of mirror neurons in humans suggest?
It may explain social cognition
neurobiologically
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Who discovered mirror neurons and in which species?
Rizolatti et al. in macaque monkeys
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What was the context of the discovery of mirror neurons?
Studying electrical current in a
monkey's
motor cortex
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What did the monkey's motor cortex activation indicate during the study?
It
mirrored
the activation when the monkey reached
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What do Gallese and Goldman suggest about mirror neurons?
They respond to intentions behind behavior
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How do mirror neurons help in understanding others' actions?
By simulating actions in our
motor system
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What social-cognitive functions are associated with mirror neurons?
Theory of mind
and
perspective-taking
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How do mirror neurons facilitate understanding emotional states?
By reflecting
motor responses
to others' actions
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What did Ramachandran claim about mirror neurons and human evolution?
They shaped our
understanding
of
social
interactions
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Why are mirror neurons essential for living in large social groups?
They enhance understanding of complex
social roles
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What features of autism are linked to mirror neurons?
Social-cognitive
abilities associated with imitation
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What is the 'broken mirror' theory of autism?
Dysfunction in
mirror neurons
affects social behavior
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When does the dysfunction in the mirror neuron system first occur in autistic children?
In
infancy
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What problems arise from a dysfunctional mirror neuron system in children?
Issues with
social
communication
and
understanding
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What are the implications of mirror neurons for social cognition?
Facilitate understanding of
intentions
Aid in
perspective-taking
Enhance
emotional empathy
Support
social interactions
and communication
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What are the key roles of mirror neurons in human development?
Shape
social cognition
Influence
emotional understanding
Support complex social structures
Essential for group living and cooperation
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