{"response":"{\"What is the temporoparietal junction?

The temporoparietal junction is like the brain’s switchboard for knowing where you are and what's going on around you.

Imagine you're playing with your toys in your room, and suddenly someone taps you on the shoulder. You turn around, that’s because a part of your brain helps you realize something changed. The temporoparietal junction is right there, helping you tell the difference between you and the world around you. It's like having a special friend who whispers in your ear: “Hey, something moved!”

This part of the brain helps you understand where your body is in space. When you're reading a book or listening to a story, it also helps you keep track of what’s happening, like when you’re trying to follow two characters at once.

If this switchboard gets confused, it can feel like you're floating or like things around you are moving even though they aren’t, kind of like when you're on a bumpy ride and everything seems wobbly!

So next time you turn your head to see who touched you, remember: your temporoparietal junction is working hard for you!