demon face syndrome

A gray dragon statue. – Photo credit: Photo by Ravit Sages on Unsplash

Health, Mental Health

Neuroscientists explain a fascinating phenomenon where people see faces as dragons

Cecily Knobler

10/16/2025
Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Family, Modern Families, Motherhood

Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

Sarah Watts

2/11/2026