What Is Synesthesia? Exploring the Science Behind Mixed Senses

Abstract digital artwork representing a visual interpretation of synesthesia, featuring flowing, wavy purple lines and organic shapes blending together on a light background, evoking a sensory crossover experience.

Synesthesia is a neurological condition in which stimulation of one sense automatically triggers an experience in another sense. In other words, people with synesthesia may “see” sounds, “taste” words, or “hear” colors. It’s not an illness or disorder, it’s just a different way of perceiving the world. How it works: The brain has specialized areas […]