After an amputation, the brain creates a body image called the _______.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the term used to describe the body image created by the brain after an amputation. This pertains to psychological and neurological concepts related to how the brain perceives the body, even when parts are missing.
Answer
Phantom limb.
The final answer is 'phantom limb'.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is 'phantom limb'.
More Information
After amputation, the brain continues to receive signals from nerves that originally served the missing limb, creating a 'phantom limb' image.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing body integrity dysphoria with the concept of a phantom limb. While body integrity dysphoria relates to a psychological identity disorder, a phantom limb is about the brain's sensory perception after amputation.
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