Reconsidering the Ontogeny of the Self-Reference Effect

Key Points

• The research examines the relationship between the self-reference effect and early self-recognition, arguing for a gradual development of self-processing.
• Analyzed existing literature on self-reference effect and mirror self-recognition.
• Considered early neural developments related to self-processing.
• Reviewed cross-cultural studies on self-concept formation.
• Identified a link between self-reference effect and mirror recognition.
• Proposed self-processing as an ongoing reorganization rather than a distinct onset.
• Highlighted variability in self-development across different cultures.