Changes in the Brain That Alter How We Process Sensory

question 740

Short Answer

Changes in the brain that alter how we process sensory information so that we can focus on just one part of a group of stimuli rather than processing all of the stimuli is called __________.

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Definitions:

Implicit Motives

Unconscious motives that influence a person's behavior, often measured through projective tests rather than self-report questionnaires.

Family Environment

The overall conditions and dynamics within a family unit, including relationships, communication patterns, and the emotional atmosphere, which influence individual development and behavior.

Abraham Maslow

An American psychologist best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs.

Needs Drive Motives

The concept that basic physiological and psychological needs drive individuals to engage in behaviors that satisfy those needs.