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Do you understand others' emotions by mimicking their expressions?
Mirror neurons are brain cells that activate both when you perform an action and when you observe others performing it. Discovery of mirror neurons in the 1990s revolutionized understanding of empathy, learning, and social understanding. Mirror neurons likely underlie imitation, understanding others' intentions, and empathetic resonance. The discovery suggested a neural basis for how we understand and relate to others. However, mirror neuron theory remains controversial—their actual role in empathy remains debated.
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