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Synesthesia

"Synesthesia is a neurological trait or condition that results in a merging of senses that aren’t normally connected.”31

Every individual with synesthesia will experience the condition in a unique way, with their own sense associations and connections.

For example, they may ‘see’ music, ‘taste’ words, or ‘hear’ shapes. Synesthesia is believed to be present in between 2% and 4% of the population.32

There are no known treatments. Many with the condition do not seek to treat it, as they enjoy the sensory experiences it brings.

However, for others the uniqueness of their perceptions can be isolating.33

Individuals with synesthesia often excel in creative roles due to their unique way of experiencing and perceiving the world. They are also known to have strong memories, information recall and processing skills.34

References

31 What is Synesthesia? | Causes & Symptoms | Exceptional Individuals (Exceptional Individuals, What is Synesthesia? 2023)

32 Synaesthesia: the prevalence of atypical cross-modal experiences. Perception. (Simner et al, 2006)

33 Synesthesia: Definition, Examples, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment (healthline.com) (Watson. K, What Is Synesthesia?,
2018)

34 What is Synesthesia? | Causes & Symptoms | Exceptional Individuals (Exceptional Individuals, What is Synesthesia – strengths, 2023)