Experimental Psychology

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.

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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…

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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…

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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…

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AUDITORY SYSTEM & HEARING

The auditory system is a complex and sophisticated mechanism that enables humans and many other species to perceive sound, interpret…

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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…

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Gestalt Principles of Perception

The Gestalt principles of perception, formulated in the early decades of the twentieth century by a group of psychologists principally…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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.…

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