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Others' presence shapes our thoughts and perceptions, altering cognitive processing.

Altercentric cognition: how others influence our cognitive processing
Dóra Kampis, Victoria Southgate

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Humans are heavily influenced by the presence of others in their environment, even when not directly interacting with them. This altercentric cognition means we align our attention with others, affecting what we perceive and remember. This research brings together various studies showing how our cognitive processes are shaped by the attention of those around us.