When a Stimulus Is Continuous and the Firing Frequency of a Nerve

question 25

Short Answer

When a stimulus is continuous and the firing frequency of a nerve begins to slow, the sensation diminishes. This is known as ____________________.

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Definitions:

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory in psychology proposed by Abraham Maslow, which outlines a hierarchy of human needs, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.

Lower-Order Need

Basic physiological or safety needs that must be satisfied before an individual can focus on higher-level psychological or self-fulfillment needs.

Frustration-Regression Principle

A concept suggesting that individuals facing persistent obstacles in achieving higher-order needs may regress to lower-level needs to find satisfaction.

Complacent

A state of self-satisfaction, often accompanied by a lack of awareness of potential dangers or deficiencies.