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Science-based information about the mental imagery spectrum – from aphantasia to hyperphantasia.
Aphantasia is the inability to voluntarily create mental images. When you imagine a red apple – can you see it in your mind's eye? People with aphantasia see nothing. They know what an apple looks like, but cannot visualize it. This affects about 1% of the population.
Mental imagery exists on a spectrum. Most people fall somewhere in the middle.
Aphantasia (1%)
Hypophantasia (3%)
Typical (90%)
Hyperphantasia (3-6%)
Definition, history, types (congenital/acquired), prevalence, and scientific facts.
Visual, multisensory, and total aphantasia. Plus: Anauralia (no inner voice).
Neurology, cognitive research, genetics, and the three main testing methods.
Practical strategies, careers, relationships, and the surprising advantages.
The other extreme: Extremely vivid, photorealistic mental images. Advantages and challenges.
Current studies, research projects, key publications, and further resources.
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