Wittgenstein running: neural mechanisms of collective intentionality and we-mode.
In this paper we discuss the problem of the neural conditions of shared attitudes and intentions: which neural mechanisms underlie "we-mode" processes or serve as precursors to such processes? Neurophysiological and neuropsychological evidence suggests that in different areas of the brain neural representations are shared by several individuals. This situation, on the one hand, creates a potential problem for correct attribution. On the other hand, it may provide the conditions for shared attitudes and intentions.
Becchio
Cristina
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Centre for Cognitive Science, University and Polytechnic of Turin, Via Po 14-10123 Torino, Italy. becchio@psych.unito.it
Bertone
Cesare
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D001921:Brain / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D033182:Intention; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D008399:Mass Behavior; D008960:Models, Psychological; D009474:Neurons / Q000502:physiology*; D019455:Self Psychology