We’ve all heard of and experienced the dreaded S-word. Stress. Tough times at work, low marks in exams or even relationship troubles can cause it. In small doses, it is actually quite useful. But chronic stress can seriously affect mental as well as physical health. It is known to cause depression, heart diseases and fertility problems. Which is why it should never be self-diagnosed based on optical illusions on the internet.
What’s the fake news?
There’s an image of an optical illusion circulating on the internet. Reportedly created by Yamamoto, a Japanese neurology professor, it comes with the promise of decoding your stress levels.
this is actually tripping me out pic.twitter.com/st9PDwAXfU
— Aaron Wiseman (@awfficial) November 17, 2018
“If it’s not moving, or just moving a little, you are healthy and have slept well. If it’s moving slowly, you are a bit stressed or tired. If it’s moving continuously, you are over-stressed and might have mental problems.”
This test is NOT true.
According to BBC, the real owner of this image is Yurii Perepadia, a 50-year-old designer from Oleksandriya, Ukraine. The psychotherapist from Japan does NOT exist. Even though it is a still image, the viewer can see it in motion. It is a great optical illusion but does not in any way reveal the state of your mental health.
The real story behind the image
The designer used Akioshi Kitaoka technique. His intention while making it was to draw an illusion. His caption further reiterates the fact that Yamamoto Hashima is not the real creator of this picture.
If you or anyone you know has been fooled by this fake news, do share the truth with them.