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Shared circuits, shared time, and interpersonal synchrony

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  08 April 2008

Michael J. Hove
Michael J. Hove
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Department of Psychology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853. mjh88@cornell.edu
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Abstract

The shared circuits model (SCM) is a useful explanatory framework that can be applied to interpersonal synchrony by incorporating temporal dynamics. Temporally precise predictive simulations and mirroring enable interpersonal synchrony. When partners' movements are highly synchronous, the self/other distinction can be blurred.

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Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 31 , Issue 1 , February 2008 , pp. 29 - 30
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2008

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