Body image (neuroscience)
Body image (neuroscience)
Body image is a multidimensional concept that refers to the mental representation an individual has of their own body. In the field of neuroscience, body image is understood as a complex construct that involves perceptual, attitudinal, and cognitive components. It is shaped by a variety of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈbɒdi ˈɪmɪdʒ/
Etymology
The term "body image" was first used in the English language in the 1930s. It is derived from the Latin word "corpus" meaning "body" and the Old French word "image" meaning "picture" or "likeness".
Neuroscience of Body Image
The neuroscience of body image is a rapidly growing field that seeks to understand the neural mechanisms underlying the perception and evaluation of one's own body. Research has shown that body image is not a static construct, but rather a dynamic process that is constantly updated through sensory and motor inputs. Key brain areas involved in body image include the parietal lobe, somatosensory cortex, and insula.
Related Terms
- Body Dysmorphic Disorder: A psychiatric disorder characterized by an obsessive preoccupation with a perceived flaw in physical appearance.
- Anorexia Nervosa: An eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image.
- Proprioception: The sense of the relative position of one's own parts of the body and strength of effort being employed in movement.
- Interoception: The sense of the internal state of the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Body image (neuroscience)
- Wikipedia's article - Body image (neuroscience)
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