Sensory-motor coupling
Sensory-Motor Coupling
Sensory-motor coupling (pronunciation: /ˈsɛnsəri ˈmoʊtər ˈkuːplɪŋ/) is a fundamental concept in neuroscience and psychology that refers to the interaction between the sensory system and the motor system of an organism.
Etymology
The term "sensory-motor coupling" is derived from the combination of "sensory", pertaining to the senses or sensation, and "motor", relating to movement or action. "Coupling" in this context refers to the interaction or connection between these two systems.
Definition
Sensory-motor coupling is the process by which sensory information (input) is used to control motor actions (output). This process is essential for all voluntary movements and is a key component of motor learning and motor control.
Related Terms
- Sensory System: The part of the nervous system responsible for processing sensory information. It consists of sensory neurons, pathways, and parts of the brain involved in sensory perception.
- Motor System: The part of the central nervous system that is involved in movement. It includes parts of the brain and spinal cord.
- Motor Learning: A set of processes associated with practice or experience leading to relatively permanent changes in the capability for movement.
- Motor Control: The regulation of movement in organisms that possess a nervous system.
- Neuroscience: The scientific study of the nervous system.
- Psychology: The scientific study of the mind and behavior.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sensory-motor coupling
- Wikipedia's article - Sensory-motor coupling
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