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Cognition October 2022 PMID 35752014

Memories with a blind mind: Remembering the past and imagining the future with aphantasia.

Alexei J Dawes, Rebecca Keogh, Sarah Robuck, Joel Pearson

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The discussions predominantly highlight the importance of visual imagery in memory and future imagining, with comments referencing specific researchers and emphasizing the relevance of the findings for understanding mental processes, reflected in words like 'crucial role' and phrases such as 'impact on how we understand memory.' The tone combines curiosity and recognition of scientific importance, demonstrating moderate engagement and interest with an overall positive consensus about the publication's significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the study’s findings, showing general agreement that aphantasia affects mental imagery and memory.

InterestHigh interest

Posts express high interest, with many showing curiosity about the implications of the research, as seen in tweets referencing visual and mental imagery.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some comments engage with the subject thoughtfully, discussing the mechanisms of memory and imagination, but many remain observational rather than deeply analytical.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants seem to view the publication as moderately influential, mentioning its significance while not noting widespread paradigm shifts.

Abstract in brief

  • Aphantasia is a condition where individuals lack the ability to visualize images in their mind, which affects their capacity to relive past experiences and imagine future events.
  • The study found that people with aphantasia generated fewer detailed and vivid memories and future scenarios compared to those with typical visual imagery, especially for new or imagined events.
  • These results suggest that visual imagery plays a crucial role in helping us reconstruct past experiences and imagine the future, highlighting its importance in autobiographical memory and mental simulation.]
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Memories with a blind mind: Remembering the past and imagining the future with #aphantasia https://t.co/hFgUzjNngq by @Becca_Keogh_PhD @ProfJoelPearson et al.; visual imagery, mental imagery

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"Memories with a blind mind: Remembering the past and imagining the future with #aphantasia" by @alexeijoel, Rebecca Keogh, Sarah Robuck, and @ProfJoelPearson

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Memories with a blind mind: Remembering the past and imagining the future with aphantasia https://t.co/XRF1fkYLDS

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Prof Sophie Scott CBE
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Liz Worthey
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Memories with a blind mind: Remembering the past and imagining the future with aphantasia https://t.co/XRF1fkYLDS

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Prof Joel Pearson
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Memories with a blind mind: Remembering the past and imagining the future with #aphantasia https://t.co/hFgUzjNngq by @Becca_Keogh_PhD @ProfJoelPearson et al.; visual imagery, mental imagery

Jun 26, 2022 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 3,739 followers View post →
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Memories with a blind mind: Remembering the past and imagining the future with #aphantasia https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0010027722001809 by @Becca_Keogh_PhD @ProfJoelPearson et al.; visual imagery, mental imagery

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"Memories with a blind mind: Remembering the past and imagining the future with #aphantasia" by @alexeijoel, Rebecca Keogh, Sarah Robuck, and @ProfJoelPearson

Jun 25, 2022 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 2,039 followers View post →
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