One of the most enjoyable things about optical illusions is the after-effect . . . the moment when you and whoever else you've done it with let out a collective, "ohhhh." If you think this ...

Optical illusions, like the Kanizsa Triangle, aren’t just fun – they’re a workout for your mind, they sharpen focus, and boost problem-solving skills whilst also letting you have fun and learn ...

Other investigators have noted that children with autism don’t succumb to visual size illusions, consistent with the idea that autism involves an excessive focus on details.

Optical illusions have recently sent the internet into a tizzy, as they get our brain to exercise, and can be the perfect test of our observational skills and keen eye. They are also super fun to ...

On Saturday, March 11 th, the Museum of Illusions Scottsdale (MOI) in Scottsdale, Arizona opened its doors to the public. Adults and kids – especially those who have outgrown the children’s ...

It features more than 60 displays of holograms, optical illusions, and other interactive exhibits for both kids and adults. It's expected to open this fall.

This video from AsapSCIENCE demonstrates some of these neurological tricks with a few simple optical illusions. For example, how many black dots do you see in the image above?

Optical illusions often go viral, but they've been around long before social media. Here are 10 historical illusions that still leave people puzzled.