Neurobehavioral evidence of interoceptive sensitivity in early infancy
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Interoception, the sensitivity to visceral sensations, plays an important role in homeostasis and guiding motivated behaviour. It is also considered to be fundamental to self-awareness. Despite its importance, the developmental origins of interoceptive sensitivity remain unexplored. We here provide the first evidence for implicit, flexible interoceptive sensitivity in 5 month old infants using a novel behavioural measure, coupled with an established cortical index of interoceptive processing. These findings have important implications for the understanding of the early developmental stages of self-awareness, self-regulation and socio-emotional abilities.
Keywords
- Behavior, Child Development, Electrocardiography, Heart Rate, Homeostasis, Humans, Infant, Interoception
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | Elife |
| Volume | 6 |
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| Publication status | Published - 8 Aug 2017 |
| Externally published | Yes |