psychology

How Common Is Prosopagnosia in the General Population?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • Studies estimate the prevalence is between 2 and 2.5 percent of the population.
  • This means millions of people worldwide are affected by face blindness.
  • Many cases are mild and remain undiagnosed, especially the developmental form.
  • It is far more common than previously thought, yet still underrecognized.

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