Inner Speech
Inner speech is a type of auditory imagery that many people experience in their minds. Auditory aphantasia characterizes the absence of auditory imagery and may be linked to differences in inner speech. Find out more about aphantasia and inner speech with these resources. To participate in some of the ongoing research into aphantasia and inner speech, click here.
“Unseen strategies” what can the experience of Aphantasia teach us about cognitive strategies in memory?
People with aphantasia lack visual imagery but maintain memory through compensatory strategies like semantic reliance and inner speech. The study identifies how these alternative cognitive approaches help aphantasic individuals perform adequately despite imagery deficits.
Hayes, S. J., Miles, G. E., & Evans, S.-A. (2026). “unseen strategies” what can the experience of aphantasia teach us about cognitive strategies in memory?. New Ideas in Psychology, 80, 101215. doi:/10.1016/j.newideapsych.2025.101215
Hidden Differences in Subjective Experiences
Discover the hidden differences that shape human behavior (aphantasia, synesthesia, inner speech) with professor Gary Lupyan, as he joins the Aphantasia Network to shed light on the fascinating world beyond what meets the eye.
The Mind's Voice
Does your inner voice sing, or do you hear someone else? How does this shape your thoughts compared to those who visualize?
Do you have a mind's voice?
Do you have an internal monologue? What’s your experience with it—sounds, volume, or even impersonations? Share your thoughts!
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