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Blind Mind's Eye - The Science of Visual Imagery Extremes
Adam Zeman shares the rediscovery of aphantasia, a blind mind's eye, in this presentation from the 2021 Extreme Imagination Conference and Exhibition.
What realizations have you had since learning about aphantasia?
Learning about varying mental imagery has reshaped my understanding of how others experience decisions, especially in cooking and dining.
Discovery of Aphantasia: How Dr. Adam Zeman Found the Missing Mind's Eye
The complete story of how aphantasia was discovered and what it means for millions of people worldwide.
Can electrical stimulation modify your imagery?
Can electrical stimulation enhance or alter how we visualize? What are the potential implications for imagery across different senses?
Shocking Insights: What Electrical Stimulation Tells Us About How We Visualize
Why might your mind's eye be blind while your friend can picture crystal-clear images? Shocking insights into the known neurodifferences in imagery vividness.
Do you dream visually?
Do you experience dreams with visuals, or are they more abstract? Share your unique dream experiences!
History of Aphantasia
Aphantasia, the inability to voluntarily form mental images, was first described by Francis Galton in 1880 but largely remained unstudied until 2015, when Professor Adam Zeman of the University of Exeter coined the term and began his research, bringing renewed scientific and public attention to this fascinating aspect of human cognition. The concept traces back to Aristotle's "phantasia" from 340 BC, establishing a rich historical foundation for understanding individual differences in mental imagery.
Cannot Picture in My Mind
CBC Radio publishes a multimedia docuseries on the discovery of aphantasia and Tom Ebeyer's story building the foundations for a global Aphantasia Network.
Think of a Horse: Describing Aphantasia
How do you describe aphantasia? Founder of Aphantasia Network often gets asked this question. His answer? Think of a horse.
Visual or all senses?
How does your imagination work? Do you experience vivid sensory details or is it more limited? Share your thoughts!
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