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Synesthetic experiences, such as seeing a certain color associated with a number, are real and automatic

December 28, 2009 by

For as many as 1 in 20 people, everyday experiences can elicit extra-ordinary associated sensations. The condition is known as synesthesia and the most common form involves "seeing" colors when reading words and numbers.

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