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New Mom Pareidolia, Soapy Cilantro, Problem-Solving Birds
Nov 9, 2023
Learn about new moms experiencing pareidolia, cilantro tasting like soap, and problem-solving birds. New moms more likely to see faces in inanimate objects. Some people think cilantro tastes like soap due to a genetic variant. Birds with complex vocal skills are better problem-solvers.
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- New mothers may be more likely to see faces in inanimate objects due to increased oxytocin levels, promoting bonding with their child.
- A genetic variation, the OR 6A2 gene, is linked to cilantro tasting like soap for some individuals, but tolerance can develop over time.
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New mothers may perceive faces in inanimate objects
New research suggests that new mothers, after giving birth and experiencing a surge in oxytocin levels, may be more likely to see faces in inanimate objects. This phenomenon, called pareidolia, is the perception of significant images in random patterns. The heightened ability to perceive faces may promote bonding between mother and child.
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