New Paper on Self-Other Distinction.

09.10.2024

We've all experienced moments of assuming others share our emotions or beliefs. This ability to distinguish between self and others—self-other distinction (SOD)—is vital for social interactions.

Our newly published study examined whether multiple SOD exists, dependent on the context (e.g., motor, cognitive, and emotional contexts). Using three SOD tasks and two control tasks, we conducted analyses to explore these differences.

Results showed no correlation among SOD domains, suggesting three distinct types, although motor (AIT) and cognitive (VPT) SODs were closer to each other and general cognitive control. Recognized as a transdiagnostic mechanism, SOD is a promising target for interventions, especially given its impairment in psychiatric conditions.

We hope our findings encourage further research into SOD across diverse contexts.

For more details, contact the lead author, ekaterina.pronizius@univie.ac.at

Pronizius, E., Bukowski, H., & Lamm, C. (2024). Comparing Self-Other Distinction Across Motor, Cognitive, and Affective Domains. Royal Society Open Science, 11, 240662. https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsos.240662