The Lowest Intensity at Which a Stimulus Can Be Detected

question 220

Multiple Choice

The lowest intensity at which a stimulus can be detected 50 percent of the time is the

• A)absolute threshold
• B)decision criterion
• C)difference threshold
• D)subliminal stimulus

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Definitions:

Milieu Therapy

A therapeutic approach that utilizes the environment to positively influence the patient's behavior and emotional state.

Therapeutic Community

A structured environment where individuals with substance abuse disorders or mental health conditions live and work as a community to support each other's recovery.

Custodial

Pertaining to the legal responsibility over another individual, such as a child or an elderly, or managing property and assets for them.

Dehumanizing Conditions

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