Language affects patterns of brain activation associated with perceptual decision.

Li Hai Tan, Alice H D Chan, Paul Kay, Pek-Lan Khong, Lawrance K C Yip, Kang-Kwong Luke

March 2008 Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A

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The discussions show enthusiasm about how language might shape perception, exemplified by phrases like 'eye-opening' and debates about the role of language in cognition. The tone varies from curiosity to skepticism, and references to credibility, such as mentioning the scientists involved, reflect layered engagement with the study's significance.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that language influences perception, with some posts emphasizing the significance of the study's findings.

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Interest
 High level of interest

The topics generate high interest, especially with phrases like 'eye-opening' and references to language shaping reality.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

Participants actively discuss the implications and share opinions, indicating moderate engagement; some mention the credibility of the research.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

While the majority see the research as meaningful, the focus on its influence on understanding cognition suggests moderate perceived impact.

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Abstract Synopsis

  • Benjamin Lee Whorf proposed that language influences how we perceive and think about the world, a theory that has been explored through various studies.
  • Recent research using functional MRI has shown that brain areas involved in language are active during perceptual decision-making tasks.
  • The study found that easier-to-name colors resulted in stronger brain activation in regions related to word-finding, supporting the idea that language processing affects visual perception, lending evidence to Whorf's hypothesis.