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Face Blindness

By Troy Bedinghaus, O.D., About.com

Updated: December 19, 2007

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Definition: A face perception disorder characterized by the inability to recognize faces. People with this condition find it difficult to notice distinguishing facial features, making it challenging to recognize different people. Face blindness is sometimes caused by damage to the brain. Research suggests that the disorder may also be hereditary.
Also Known As: Prosopagnosia

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