A new study reveals that motor exploration, not mere imitation, is critical for developing a sense of agency (SoA) in unfamiliar environments.

The sensation of controlling one's body and things in the environment is known as sense of agency (SoA). Not only is SoA ...

Researchers found that the local release of dopamine – a molecule best known for its role in the brain’s reward system – is a key factor in acquiring new motor skills.