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Subjective eidetic images

MedGen UID:
4477
•Concept ID:
C0013727
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Mental Process
Synonyms: Eidetic Imageries; Eidetic Imagery; Imageries, Eidetic; Imagery, Eidetic; Memories, Photographic; Memory, Photographic; Photographic Memories; Photographic Memory
 
HPO: HP:5200211

Definition

A mental phenomenon is when an individual can vividly visualize or recall visual information from memory with exceptional detail and accuracy. These images are experienced subjectively by the individual, meaning they are not physically present or visible to others. [from HPO]

Term Hierarchy

CClinical test,  RResearch test,  OOMIM,  GGeneReviews,  VClinVar  
  • CROGVSubjective eidetic images

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PubMed

Alternative medicine: does it play a role in the management of voice disorders?
D'Antoni ML, Harvey PL, Fried MP
J Voice 1995 Sep;9(3):308-11. doi: 10.1016/s0892-1997(05)80239-5. PMID: 8541975
Taped imaginal exposure as a treatment for post-traumatic stress reactions.
Bisson JI, Jones N
J R Army Med Corps 1995 Feb;141(1):20-4. doi: 10.1136/jramc-141-01-04. PMID: 7602552
Treatment of insomnia through eidetic imagery: a new technique.
Sheikh AA
Percept Mot Skills 1976 Dec;43(3 pt. 1):994. doi: 10.2466/pms.1976.43.3.994. PMID: 1012879

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