According to the researchers, this indicates that the same circuits in the brain are active in connection with both imaginary and real faces.
The brain focuses on faces
The researchers believe that the brain focuses more on decoding facial expressions than on determining whether the face actually belongs to a human being, since social intelligence has been vital throughout human history.
By quickly recognizing faces and expressions, the brain is better equipped to determine if a situation can develop in a dangerous direction.
Therefore, the brain constantly tries to read facial expressions – even though the eyes are only in an electrical outlet.
–
