Our Perception of _____ Is Unusual in That It Does

question 105

Multiple Choice

Our perception of _____ is unusual in that it does not involve the thalamus.

• A) taste
• B) balance
• C) smell
• D) pain

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Definitions:

Deep Pressure

A form of tactile sensory input characterized by firm, steady pressure applied to the body, often used therapeutically to reduce stress or anxiety.

Light Touch

A sensory perception triggered by a light pressure that activates mechanoreceptors in the skin.

Memory Engram

A hypothetical unit or physical substrate within the brain theorized to store memories, encompassing the changes in neural networks that represent a single memory.

Long-Term Memory

The phase of memory responsible for storing information for extended periods, ranging from days to a lifetime.