The sensitivity and criterion of sense of agency

Trends Cogn Sci. 2024 May;28(5):397-399. doi: 10.1016/j.tics.2024.03.002. Epub 2024 Mar 20.

Abstract

The sense of agency, which refers to the subjective feeling of control, is an essential aspect of self-consciousness. We argue that distinguishing between the sensitivity and criterion of this feeling is important for discussing individual differences in the sense of agency and its connections with other cognitive functions.

Keywords: belief; judgment criterion; sense of agency; sensitivity; signal detection theory.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Consciousness* / physiology
  • Humans
  • Individuality
  • Self Concept