Neurosci Biobehav Rev September 2013 PMID 23769813

The neuroscience of in-group bias.

Pascal Molenberghs

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Discussions reflect a cautious interest, with comments like emphasizing the need for more evidence and considering the emotional aspects of bias, which suggests users recognize the topic's importance but are still evaluating its implications. The tone ranges from neutral to mildly inquisitive, highlighting ongoing curiosity rather than full endorsement or critique.

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Abstract in brief

  • The article discusses how racism and favoritism towards one's own group are common in society and have been studied through social psychology, with recent research exploring the brain mechanisms behind these biases.
  • Recent findings suggest that instead of a single brain region, subtle changes in neural activity across various parts of the brain influence how we perceive and categorize others as "us" or "them" based on different modalities.
  • These insights into the neural underpinnings of ingroup bias could improve our understanding of how these biases form and may help develop new strategies to reduce discrimination and favoritism.]

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@j2bryson @ResearchSoftEng in the absence of counterevidence we should expect academics to also bring their own emotions to the table. https://t.co/SBQ5NU9y80

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@j2bryson @ResearchSoftEng in the absence of counterevidence we should expect academics to also bring their own emotions to the table. https://t.co/SBQ5NU9y80

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The Neuroscience of In-group Bias | Learning Sciences https://t.co/sjP2zAwqh4

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