Unveiling the Science Behind Super-Recognizers
TL;DR
Super-recognizers are individuals with an exceptional ability to remember and identify unfamiliar faces after brief encounters. This rare skill is at the opposite end of the spectrum from face blindness and is being studied by researchers to better understand facial recognition processes, which are crucial for social interaction.
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Are you a super-recognizer? The science of superior facial processing. The Washington Post
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