Comprehensive Notes on Sensation and Perception

I cover the basics of sensation and perception, including the different types of sensory receptors and how they translate physical stimuli into neural signals. You'll learn about the different thresholds involved in sensation, including absolute threshold, difference threshold, and signal detection theory. I also delve into the fascinating topic of perception, exploring how our brains process and interpret sensory information to create our subjective experience of the world. You'll learn about the different perceptual processes, including attention, pattern recognition, and perceptual constancy. Additionally, my notes cover the intriguing concept of illusions, examining the ways in which our perceptions can be influenced and deceived by optical and cognitive illusions. I provide an overview of the research on this topic and explore the implications of illusions for our understanding of perception. With my comprehensive notes on Sensation and Perception, you'll gain a deep understanding of this complex and fascinating topic. Whether you're a student of psychology or simply someone interested in understanding how we perceive the world, my notes provide an accessible and informative resource.