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Your body, your brain, your self
Your body, your brain, your self
Your body, your brain, your self
Friday 10th February 2023
Discover how the brain misinterprets the body, causing phantom limbs and Alice in Wonderland syndrome, with neuroscientist Moheb Costandi on 'All In The Mind'.
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Get the buttons here!When Your Brain Plays Tricks: Phantom Limbs and Alice in Wonderland Syndrome
Essentially, what's happening is this: very simple: manipulation is creating a discrepancy between what you see and what you feel, and that's enough, essentially, to trick the brain into thinking: the rubber hand is a part of your body.
Ever wondered why your brain sometimes gets its wires crossed about your own body? In this thought-provoking episode of 'All In The Mind', neuroscientist Moheb Costandi dives into the mysterious ways our brains perceive our bodies. From the eerie sensation of phantom limbs to the surreal experiences of Alice in Wonderland syndrome, this episode is a fascinating journey through the quirks of human perception.
Moheb Costandi, author of 'Body Am I', breaks down how simple tricks like the rubber hand illusion can fool our brains into thinking a fake hand is real. This isn't just a party trick; it has big implications for understanding conditions like phantom limb syndrome, where amputees feel sensations in their missing limbs, and anorexia, where the brain's map of the body gets distorted. The episode doesn't stop at illusions.
It also delves into how innovative treatments, like using shoes connected to loudspeakers, are being developed to help people with body perception issues. These treatments aim to rewire the brain's faulty maps and models of the body, offering hope for those struggling with these conditions. Host Lynne Malcolm guides listeners through these complex topics with ease, making the science accessible and engaging.
Whether you're a psychology buff or just curious about how your brain works, this episode offers a unique peek into the brain's sometimes baffling relationship with the body.