Distinguish Between Sensation and Perception and Use Appropriate Examples to Illustrate

question 194

Essay

Distinguish between sensation and perception and use appropriate examples to illustrate each of these psychological processes.

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Definitions:

Lesion

Any damage or abnormal change in the tissue of an organism, often caused by disease or trauma.

Psychological Construct

Idea or set of impressions that some mental ability exists as an entity; memory, language, and emotion are examples.

Cell Assemblies

Conceptual groups of neurons that represent specific information through their firing patterns.

Brain-Imaging Studies

Research utilizing techniques such as MRI, PET, or CT scans to visualize the structure and function of the brain in health and disease.