A brief description is given of the American Association for the Study of Mental Imagery and the work of some of those who have been closely associated with it. Reasons for the recent interest in imagery are indicated. Examples are given of some of the concerns that have been considered at the conferences, sponsored by the Association. It is suggested that the Association performs important functions and readers are asked to consider their potential involvement in the organization and ways in which it might further develop.
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