Distortions in Sensory Experiences Are Called

question 218

Multiple Choice

Distortions in sensory experiences are called:

• A)delusions.
• B)hallucinations.
• C)cognitions.
• D)illusions.

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Definitions:

Crayon

A stick of colored wax, chalk, or charcoal for drawing or coloring.

Symbolic Function

The ability to use symbols, words, or objects to represent something that is not physically present.

Preoperational Thought

A stage in Piaget’s theory of cognitive development where children (ages 2-7) are able to engage in symbolic play and make intuitive guesses, but their thinking is not yet logical.

Intuitive Thought

A form of thinking that relies on a direct and immediate understanding or perception of situations, independent of conscious reasoning processes.