There are two types of prosopagnosia: developmental or congenital, and acquired. Those with developmental prosopagnosia never develop the ability to recognize faces. Research suggests that there may be a genetic component, as those with developmental prosopagnosia generally have at least a parent or sibling who is also unable to recognize faces. Acquired prosopagnosia is mostly found in adults and is a result of brain injury.

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