Synesthesia: Perceiving the World Differently

The video explores synesthesia, a phenomenon where stimulation of one sense involuntarily triggers another. It covers historical accounts, types like grapheme-color and chromesthesia, and the genetic basis of synesthesia. Testing methods are discussed, though no definitive test exists. Synesthesia is not a disorder but a unique trait affecting about 4% of the population.

What is the significance of John Locke's account of synesthesia?

How is synesthesia considered in terms of genetics and health?

What challenges exist in testing for synesthesia?