Sleight Of Hand And Sense Of Self
Sunday, August 31, 2008 - 10:21
in Psychology & Sociology
An illusion that tricks people into believing a rubber hand belongs to them isn't all in the mind, researchers have found. They have observed a physical response as well, a finding that offers insight into conditions which affect a patient's sense of self and body ownership, such as stroke, schizophrenia, autism, or eating disorders.