Body Am I

In Body Am I, scientist-writer Moheb Costandi explores the intricate relationship between bodily awareness and self-consciousness, delving into how the brain perceives and represents the body. He examines phenomena that arise when this perception is disrupted, such as phantom limbs and body integrity identity disorder, and discusses various psychiatric and neurological disorders linked to disconnection between body and brain. Through a blend of recent research and historical insights in neurology, Costandi offers a nuanced perspective on how our understanding of self is deeply connected to our awareness of our own bodies.