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On a relation between self-awareness and inner speech: Additional evidence from brain studies

Morin, Alain (1999) On a relation between self-awareness and inner speech: Additional evidence from brain studies. [Journal (On-line/Unpaginated)]

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In this short paper I review past studies examining the neurological substrates of inner speech and self-awareness. The evidence points to a common neurological area: the left inferior frontal region. It is thus highly tempting to conclude that these two operations are deeply linked.

Item Type:Journal (On-line/Unpaginated)
Subjects:Neuroscience > Brain Imaging
Psychology > Cognitive Psychology
ID Code:2557
Deposited By:Morin, Alain
Deposited On:28 Oct 2002
Last Modified:12 Sep 2007 17:45

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