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How Face Blindness Works

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Understanding Prosopagnosia: The Struggle of Face Blindness

This chapter explores the intricacies of facial recognition and the significant challenges faced by individuals with prosopagnosia, also known as face blindness. It highlights coping strategies such as relying on non-facial cues and personal traits to facilitate social interactions, as well as the emotional toll of living with this condition. Through personal anecdotes and discussions on public perception, the chapter sheds light on the experiences of those affected and the evolving understanding of prosopagnosia.

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