Interpersonal Neuroscience: Connecting People Through Their Bodies and Brains | Summer / Short course | Humanities & Culture | On Campus | 14 days | Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam | Netherlands

How can friends understand each other without words? Are lovers’ brains literally ‘on the same wavelength’? Why does communication sometimes fail despite people’s best intentions? These and other fascinating questions are central to the study of interpersonal neuroscience. Interpersonal neuroscientists use innovative techniques such as hyperscanning and mobile physiological measurements in their work. These techniques allow them to analyse people’s brain and body activity while engaging in shared activities. In this course, we will bring you up to date on the latest developments in the intriguing field of interpersonal neuroscience. You will also be taught basic research skills so that you can both analyse and conduct your own interpersonal neuroscience studies. We will provide you with essential tools for understanding the applications of interpersonal neuroscience in real-world domains such as psychotherapy, romantic relationships, teaching, and team work.