The Tachistoscope Its History & Uses
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Tachistoscopic training, also known a Flash Recognition Training (FRT), is a perceptual enhancement technique designed to improve the recall of visual information. The speed and accuracy of this recall allows for integration of vision with prior experiences in an optimal manner. This article briefly reviews the history of the tachistoscope and some of the research that supports the efficacy of the tachistoscope as a diagnostic and training device. Its uses in optometry, law enforcement and military training and as a research tool in psychology are discussed, along with its application to sports vision.
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