

Encore - What is it like to be face blind? With Joe DeGutis, PhD, and Sadie Dingfelder
Jul 31, 2024
Joe DeGutis, PhD, a Harvard psychologist specializing in prosopagnosia, teams up with Sadie Dingfelder, a participant who discovered her lifelong face blindness. They delve into how face blindness affects daily life and relationships, highlighting the cognitive challenges it presents. The duo explores innovative research and promising treatments while discussing the impact of mask-wearing on face recognition. They also touch on oxytocin's potential to enhance social engagement, bringing a fascinating blend of personal experience and scientific insight.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Understanding Prosopagnosia: The Science of Face Blindness
02:50 • 6min
The Challenges of Face Recognition in a Masked World
08:23 • 2min
Navigating Prosopagnosia: Understanding Face Blindness
10:42 • 22min
Exploring Oxytocin's Role in Social Engagement and Face Processing
32:20 • 2min
Exploring the Neuroscience of Face Recognition and Prosopagnosia
34:05 • 7min