Why You Feel Like Someone Is Watching You

Have you ever felt like someone was watching you... Even when you knew nobody was there? This strange feeling isn't paranormal. It's the result of millions of years of evolution. In this video, we'll explore: • Richard Wiseman's gaze detection experiments • Predictive processing and Karl Friston's theory • Why your brain fills in missing information • Signal Detection Theory • Why evolution prefers false alarms over missed threats Your brain wasn't built to see reality perfectly. It was built to keep you alive. If you enjoy psychology, neuroscience and fascinating science documentaries, consider subscribing. Sources: Wiseman, R., Smith, M., & Milton, J. (1995). Can we detect when we are being stared at? Green, D. M., & Swets, J. A. (1966). Signal Detection Theory and Psychophysics. Friston, K. (2010). The Free-Energy Principle: A Unified Brain Theory? Clark, A. (2016). Surfing Uncertainty.