Is the self a higher-order or fundamental function of the brain? The “basis model of self-specificity” and its encoding by the brain’s spontaneous activity

摘要: What is the self? This a question that has long been discussed in (Western) philosophy where self traditionally conceived higher-order function at apex or pinnacle of all functions. tradition transferred to recent neuroscience often considered be cognitive reflected memory and other high-level judgements. However, lines research demonstrate close intimate relationship between self-specificity more basic functions like perceptions, emotions reward. paper focuses on relating emotions, reward perception. I propose basis model conceives as fundamental feature brain's spontaneous activity. supported by findings showing rest-self overlap midline regions well demonstrating resting state can predict subsequent degrees self-specificity. conclude such activity may central linking either internal external stimuli. also provide for coding subject relation (i.e., self-consciousness) phenomenal consciousness) mental events.