________ Processing Refers to How the Physical Characteristics of Stimuli

question 227

Multiple Choice

________ processing refers to how the physical characteristics of stimuli influence their interpretation.

• A) Top-down
• B) Bottom-up
• C) Parapsychological
• D) Psychophysical

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic Approach

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the influence of the unconscious mind on behavior, along with inner conflicts and past experiences.

Advanced Degree

A level of education beyond a bachelor's degree, including master's degrees, doctoral degrees, and professional degrees.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique that gradually exposes individuals to a feared stimulus to reduce the anxiety associated with it.

Stressful Stimulus

Any external or internal event or condition that causes stress in an individual, potentially leading to a physiological and psychological response.