Scientists uncover surprising difference in the cognitive cost of reading numbers vs. words
An eye-tracking study in Switzerland found that adults make 2.5 times more fixations (focusing their eyes on a single point) ...
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New aphantasia research sheds light on the role of visual imagery when reading stories
A new study published in Consciousness and Cognition has revealed that individuals with aphantasia, a condition where people cannot form ...
Early reading abilities linked to adult literacy, study finds
A longitudinal study that followed children from age 5 to adulthood found that individuals who were strong readers in the ...
Reading aloud boosts memory, but not understanding
Reading text out loud has been shown to improve memory recall compared to its silent counterpart. But does this enhancement ...
Early-initiated reading for pleasure linked to better cognitive performance and mental well-being in young adolescence
Early engagement in reading for pleasure is associated with improved cognitive performance, positive brain structural changes, and reduced mental health ...
Mind reading? New AI system can translate a person’s brain activity into a continuous stream of text
The technology to decode our thoughts is drawing ever closer. Neuroscientists at the University of Texas have for the first ...
Students with trauma are not more likely to be triggered when reading potentially disturbing content, study finds
Modern educational literature usually accommodates set off warnings – statements meant to warn readers about doubtlessly disturbing supplies which may ...
