Embodied Cognition
Embodied cognition is the theory that cognitive processes are influenced by the body's interactions with the environment.
Overview
It suggests that thinking cannot be separated from bodily experience. Perception, action, and cognition are seen as deeply linked.
Key Insight
Embodied cognition challenges purely abstract or computational views of the mind.
Scientific Status
Influential approach in cognitive science and philosophy.
How Researchers Study It
Experiments on perception-action coupling, sensorimotor contingencies, and cognitive tasks.
Quick Facts
- Field
- cognitive science, philosophy
- Related Concepts
- perception, body schema
- Typical Context
- cognitive and embodied research
Related Terms
FAQ
Does embodied cognition deny that the brain matters?
No. It emphasises that brain, body, and environment work together in cognition.