[en] Interoception refers to the processing and perception of signals arising
from inside the body. Currently, there are two alternative conceptualizations of interoception:
(1) an ‘inclusive’ view considering all bodily signals from inside the
body as relevant for interoception, and (2) an ‘exclusive’ view, which is based
on receptor types and neurophysiology, and, therefore, a focus on visceroception.
These conceptualizations have different implications for the underlying neurophysiology
and, therefore, the mechanisms behind embodiment. Thereafter, we discuss
current models of interoception and provide definitions of the most common interoceptive
terms, which include interoceptive accuracy, sensibility, sensitivity, awareness,
and prediction error. We then present examples of interoceptive paradigms to
assess different elements of interoception models. Typical interoceptive indicators
include self-reports, behavioral measures, and neurophysiological indices. Finally,
we discuss the link between interoceptive indicators and emotional experience and
emotion regulation, consciousness, and decision-making. These findings illustrate
the relevance of interoceptive indicators for embodiment.
Disciplines :
Neurosciences & behavior
Author, co-author :
Schulz, André ; University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) > Department of Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences (DBCS)
Vögele, Claus ; University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) > Department of Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences (DBCS)
External co-authors :
no
Language :
English
Title :
Interoceptive Approaches to Embodiment Research
Publication date :
2021
Main work title :
Handbook of Embodied Psychology: Thinking, Feeling, and Acting.
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