Watching the Simon Effect Unfold: Insight From the Reach-to-Touch Paradigm

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew Finkbeiner ◽  
Andrew Heathcote
Keyword(s):  
Simon Effect

The Role of Visual Distractors in the Simon Effect

2017 ◽  
Vol 64 (6) ◽  
pp. 387-397 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luisa Lugli ◽  
Stefania D’Ascenzo ◽  
Roberto Nicoletti ◽  
Carlo Umiltà
Keyword(s):  
Simon Effect ◽  
Simon Task ◽  
Automatic Generation ◽  
Spatial Code ◽  
Attentional Model ◽  
Previous Evidence ◽  
Spatial Stimulus ◽  
Attentional Resources ◽  
Code Changes

Abstract. The Simon effect lies on the automatic generation of a stimulus spatial code, which, however, is not relevant for performing the task. Results typically show faster performance when stimulus and response locations correspond, rather than when they do not. Considering reaction time distributions, two types of Simon effect have been individuated, which are thought to depend on different mechanisms: visuomotor activation versus cognitive translation of spatial codes. The present study aimed to investigate whether the presence of a distractor, which affects the allocation of attentional resources and, thus, the time needed to generate the spatial code, changes the nature of the Simon effect. In four experiments, we manipulated the presence and the characteristics of the distractor. Findings extend previous evidence regarding the distinction between visuomotor activation and cognitive translation of spatial stimulus codes in a Simon task. They are discussed with reference to the attentional model of the Simon effect.

Effects of perceived limb position on a tactile Simon effect task

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jared Medina ◽  
Dasha Kliot ◽  
H. Branch Coslett
Keyword(s):  
Simon Effect ◽  
Limb Position

The Affective Simon Effect Is Moderated by Emotion Word Type

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeanette Altarriba ◽  
Dana M. Basnight-Brown
Keyword(s):  
Simon Effect ◽  
Word Type ◽  
Emotion Word
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