Perception of Direct Gaze Does Not Require Focus of Attention

Previous research using averted (e.g., leftward or rightward) gaze indicates that gaze perception requires a focus of attention. However, direct gaze, compared with averted gaze, is processed in the brain preferentially and enhances cognitive functions. Thus, it is necessary to use direct gaze to in...

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Main Authors: Yokoyama, Takemasa, Sakai, Hiroki, Noguchi, Yasuki, Kita, Shinichi
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2014
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3901061/