Mirror Neuron

Key Points

Mirror neurons support action understanding and empathy, revealing connections between observed and enacted behaviors.
Key evidence shows the mirror neuron system is present in both macaque monkeys and humans, particularly in regions like Brodmann Area 6/44.
Assessment of literature reveals how mirror neurons contribute to imitation and language processing, enhancing social cognition.
Findings imply potential for clinical applications in understanding autism and other social cognitive disorders.

Abstract

Twenty years ago, the researchers have discovered mirror neuron in macaque monkeys. These areas are area PF of the inferior parietal lobule and area F5 of the ventral premotor cortex. The continuous studies have examined the presence of mirror neurons in humans. These include the ventral premotor cortex, in the rostral inferior parietal lobe and particular Brodmann Area (BA) 6/44. This review focuses on the function of mirror neurons regarding action understanding, imitation, language, empathy, and mindreading. The future study on the mirror neuron system will have future clinical applications. Key words: Mirror neuron, Discovery, Macaque monkey, Human

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Pakaratee Chaiyawat (Fri,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a75e92c6e9836116a2950d https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.70933/2773-9465.1430

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