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Your (Totally Relatable) Reading Quirks Explained by Science


Published on 2025-02-10 16:51:32 - MSN
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  • The science behind reading quirks As the daughter of a librarian, I grew up surrounded by books. My mother was the librarian at my elementary school, and on top of her regular duties
  • reading to the younger grades,

The article from MSN discusses various reading quirks and their scientific explanations. It highlights how people often skim or skip text, a behavior known as "chunking," where readers process information in larger units rather than word by word, which is more efficient for comprehension. Another common habit is re-reading sentences, which can be attributed to the brain's attempt to ensure understanding or due to distractions. The article also touches on the phenomenon of subvocalization, where readers silently pronounce words as they read, which can slow down reading speed but aids in comprehension. Additionally, it explains why some people get lost in the narrative, experiencing what's known as "narrative transportation," where the brain becomes so engaged with the story that it feels like living through the events. Lastly, the piece discusses how individual differences in reading habits are influenced by factors like attention span, cognitive load, and even the physical environment, providing a scientific basis for why reading behaviors vary widely among individuals.

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