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It's thought that about 96% of us have visual imagery, and…

“It's thought that about 96% of us have visual imagery, and there's a very tiny minority in the population, some of whom are normal, some of whom have brain lesions, who cannot produce visual imagery.” quote by Siri Hustvedt
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“It's thought that about 96% of us have visual imagery, and there's a very tiny minority in the population, some of whom are normal, some of whom have brain lesions, who cannot produce visual imagery.”

Siri Hustvedt

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Most people experience visual imagination, but a small minority cannot, often due to neurological differences.

In simple terms: Most imagine pictures; few cannot.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge diverse cognitive experiences.

Themes

cognition neuroscience diversity imagination mental health

Mood

informative empathetic curious

Type

cognitive educational

When to use this quote

  • educational outreach
  • support groups
  • neuropsychological assessment

Key Concepts

visual imagery brain lesions neurodiversity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does visual imagination influence daily tasks?
  • What strategies help those without mental imagery?
A Different Perspective

Lack of imagery may affect learning styles.

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