Why Closing Your Eyes Can Actually Make It Harder to Hear (M)

We often close our eyes when concentrating on a sound. But research suggests the trick may depend on what is happening around you.

We often close our eyes when concentrating on a sound. But research suggests the trick may depend on what is happening around you.

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Author: Dr Jeremy Dean

Psychologist, Jeremy Dean, PhD is the founder and author of PsyBlog. He holds a doctorate in psychology from University College London and two other advanced degrees in psychology. He has been writing about scientific research on PsyBlog since 2004.