Annu Rev Psychol March 2006 PMID 16318588

Emotion and cognition: insights from studies of the human amygdala.

Elizabeth A Phelps

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The collection of discussions demonstrates a clear appreciation for the article’s insights into how emotion influences cognition, with language like 'key findings' and 'paradigm shift,' indicating an acknowledgment of its importance. While some comments merely acknowledge the study, others delve into its broader implications, showing a balanced level of engagement and interest.

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Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the findings about the amygdala's role in integrating emotion and cognition, showing general support.

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Participants display high interest, referencing the publication repeatedly and emphasizing its relevance to understanding human mental processes.

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Comments include mentions of how the research challenges traditional views and its implications, indicating a moderate level of detailed engagement.

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The discussions suggest that the publication is seen as influential in advancing cognitive neuroscience, though not universally transformative.

Abstract in brief

  • Recent research in cognitive neuroscience highlights the strong connection between emotion and cognition, particularly focusing on the human amygdala.
  • Studies explore how the amygdala is involved in emotional learning, memory, attention, perception, social stimuli, and emotional changes, revealing that emotion influences many aspects of cognition.
  • Findings challenge the traditional separation of emotion and cognition, suggesting that understanding human mental processes requires considering their interaction rather than treating them as isolated functions.

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Héctor Ruiz Martín
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Phelps, E. A. (2006). Emotion and cognition: insights from studies of the human amygdala. Annu. Rev. Psychol., 57, 27-53. Tulving, E. (2002). Episodic memory: From mind to brain. Annual review of psychology, 53(1), 1-25.

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Phelps (2006) - EMOTION AND COGNITION: Insights from Studies of the Human Amygdala https://t.co/CE3egLULuH

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RT @hruizmartin: Phelps, E. A. (2006). Emotion and cognition: insights from studies of the human amygdala. Annu. Rev. Psychol., 57, 27-53.…

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RT @gianfrancocont9: Phelps (2006) - EMOTION AND COGNITION: Insights from Studies of the Human Amygdala https://t.co/CE3egLULuH

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RT @hruizmartin: Phelps, E. A. (2006). Emotion and cognition: insights from studies of the human amygdala. Annu. Rev. Psychol., 57, 27-53.…

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Adolf Fenollós
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RT @hruizmartin: Phelps, E. A. (2006). Emotion and cognition: insights from studies of the human amygdala. Annu. Rev. Psychol., 57, 27-53.…

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RT @hruizmartin: Phelps, E. A. (2006). Emotion and cognition: insights from studies of the human amygdala. Annu. Rev. Psychol., 57, 27-53.…

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Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

Phelps, E. A. (2006). Emotion and cognition: insights from studies of the human amygdala. Annu. Rev. Psychol., 57, 27-53. Tulving, E. (2002). Episodic memory: From mind to brain. Annual review of psychology, 53(1), 1-25.

Nov 1, 2019 · 73 likes · 11 shares · 57,037 followers View post →
Héctor Ruiz Martín
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Phelps, E. A. (2006). Emotion and cognition: insights from studies of the human amygdala. Annu. Rev. Psychol., 57, 27-53. Tulving, E. (2002). Episodic memory: From mind to brain. Annual review of psychology, 53(1), 1-25.

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Konnie Zagrimanis
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RT @gianfrancocont9: Phelps (2006) - EMOTION AND COGNITION: Insights from Studies of the Human Amygdala https://t.co/CE3egLULuH

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Mr Mock
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RT @gianfrancocont9: Phelps (2006) - EMOTION AND COGNITION: Insights from Studies of the Human Amygdala https://t.co/CE3egLULuH

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Dr Gianfranco Conti
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Phelps (2006) - EMOTION AND COGNITION: Insights from Studies of the Human Amygdala https://t.co/CE3egLULuH

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