Interpersonal physiological synchrony refers to the temporal coordination of autonomic states during social encounters. Previous studies indicate that physiological synchrony may arise during nonverbal interactions. Nevertheless, the role played by…

Observing negative and positive valence virtual stimuli can influence the onlookers’ subjective and brain reactivity. However, the relationship between vicarious experiences, observer’s perspective-taking, and cerebral activity remain underexplored. To address…

Feeling a tactile sensation when observing a touch on an artificial body (Vicarious Touch, VT) and the illusion of full-body ownership (Full-body Ownership Illusion, FBOI) can be effectively induced using…

One pending question in social neuroscience is whether interpersonal interactions are processed differently by the brain depending on the bodily characteristics of the interactor, i.e., their physical appearance. To address…