Theoretical perspectives suggest that the mirror neuron system (MNS) is an important neurobiological contributor to empathy, yet empirical support is mixed. Here, we adopt a …
AC Holland, G O'Connell, I Dziobek - Cognition and Emotion, 2021 - Taylor & Francis
ABSTRACT A number of prominent theories have linked tendencies to mimick others' facial movements to empathy and facial emotion recognition, but evidence for such links is …
Despite advances in the conceptualisation of facial mimicry, its role in the processing of social information is a matter of debate. In the present study, we investigated the relationship …
Facial mimicry is commonly defined as the tendency to imitate—at a sub-threshold level— facial expressions of other individuals. Numerous studies support a role of facial mimicry in …
Emotional mimicry, the imitation of others' emotion expressions, is related to increased interpersonal closeness and better interaction quality. Yet, little research has focused on the …
While approaching celebrations for the 150 years of “The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals”, scientists' conclusions on emotion expression are still debated. Emotion …
Facial mimicry is the tendency to imitate the emotional facial expressions of others. Increasing evidence suggests that the perception of dynamic displays leads to enhanced …
Real-life faces are dynamic by nature, particularly when expressing emotion. Increasing evidence suggests that the perception of dynamic displays enhances facial mimicry and …
Social rewards and punishments are strong motivators. Since experimental work has focused on young adults using simplistic feedback, the effects of more naturalistic stimuli on …