The 2 Chemical Senses: Taste and Smell
The chemical senses—taste and smell—constitute fundamental sensory modalities that allow organisms to perceive—and interact with—the chemical composition of their environment.
Experimental Psychology
Clinical Implications of the Gate-Control Theory
This in-depth article explores the clinical implications of Gate-Control theory, from TENS and physical therapy to psychological and pharmacological interventions—while addressing modern critiques like neuroplasticity and individual pain variability.
Phantom Limb Phenomena in Psychology and Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide
Phantom limb phenomena encompass a range of sensory, motor, and cognitive experiences that occur in relation to a limb that has been partially or entirely removed, or exists only in altered sensory maps of the body.
Skin Receptors and the Somatosensory Cortex
This post examines the types and properties of skin receptors, the peripheral and central pathways that transmit tactile information, the organization and functional specialization of the somatosensory cortex
AUDITORY SYSTEM & HEARING
The auditory system is a complex and sophisticated mechanism that enables humans and many other species to perceive sound, interpret
Art and Psychology: How Perception Influences Creativity
The relationship between art and psychology or visual perception and creativity is both intricate and reciprocal. Visual perception supplies the
Gestalt Principles of Perception
The Gestalt principles of perception, formulated in the early decades of the twentieth century by a group of psychologists principally associated with the Berlin school
Motion Perception: Neural Mechanisms and Real-World Applications
Motion perception refers to the neural and cognitive processes by which organisms interpret the movement of objects and surfaces in
Depth Perception: Binocular and Monocular Cues
Depth perception is a fundamental aspect of human visual cognition that enables organisms to interpret the three-dimensional structure of the
Historical Perspectives on Sensation and Perception
The historical perspectives on sensation and perception reveal a rich tapestry of thought from antiquity to contemporary scientific research. This
Definitions and Distinctions of Sensation and Perception
The study of sensation and perception forms the cornerstone of understanding how humans and other organisms interact with their environment.