APS
2022 APS Annual Convention · 2022
Training Volitional Control of the Theory of Mind Network with Real-Time fMRI Neurofeedback
- Abhishek Saxena
University of Rochester - Emily Dudek
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai - Stephanie Reda
University of Rochester - Arun Venkataraman
University of Rochester Medical Center - J. Lamberti
University of Rochester Medical Center - David Dodell-Feder
University of Rochester - David Dodell-Feder
University of Rochester Medical Center
Abstract
Theory of mind (ToM) is critical to successful social interactions. Utilizing real-time fMRI neurofeedback, we show that individuals can learn volitional control of regions of the ToM neural network, namely the left tempo-parietal junction, precuneus, and medial prefrontal cortices. These findings carry clinical implications for conditions that involve social-cognitive impairment.
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