The Rare Disorder That Turns Everyone Else Into Demons

The Rare Disorder That Turns Everyone Else Into Demons

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Science, Information Technology (IT), Architecture, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses prosopometamorphopsia (PMO), a rare disorder causing facial distortions. It explores patient experiences, scientific insights, and the disorder's impact on understanding visual processing. PMO is often misdiagnosed as a psychiatric disorder, but it provides valuable information about brain function and facial recognition. The video encourages reporting symptoms to aid research and potential treatments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is prosopometamorphopsia (PMO)?

A common visual disorder affecting color perception

A rare disorder causing distorted facial features

A psychological condition related to fear of faces

A genetic disorder affecting facial symmetry

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do PMO symptoms typically manifest?

They are consistent across all patients

They affect only the patient's own face

They cause distortions in both faces and objects

They vary greatly, affecting different parts of the face

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are PMO patients often misdiagnosed?

Because PMO symptoms are similar to those of schizophrenia

Because PMO is a well-known disorder

Because PMO symptoms are easily visible

Because PMO only affects children

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the study of PMO patients reveal about facial processing?

Facial processing is only affected by the left side of the brain

Facial recognition and feature processing are the same

Facial recognition and feature processing are separate

Facial processing is not affected by brain damage

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which brain area is often damaged in PMO patients?

The frontal lobe

The corpus callosum

The occipital lobe

The cerebellum

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do PMO patients help in understanding visual processing?

By providing insights into different stages of visual processing

By proving that visual processing is only about color perception

By showing that visual processing is not related to brain function

By demonstrating that visual processing is a simple process

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should someone do if they experience PMO symptoms?

Ignore the symptoms as they are temporary

Try to self-diagnose using online resources

Avoid discussing the symptoms with anyone

Report them to a doctor and contact research labs