Define Perceptual Selectivity

question 163

Essay

Define perceptual selectivity. Briefly explain the characteristics of the stimuli and the perceiver that affect this process.

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Definitions:

Behaviorist

A psychologist or researcher who studies behavior through the analysis of observable actions, often emphasizing environmental influences over genetic factors.

Classical Conditioning

A training method where two stimuli are consistently linked together; initially, the response is triggered by the second stimulus but over time, the first stimulus alone can provoke the same response.

Stimulus-Response Psychology

A branch of psychology focusing on how organisms respond to stimuli in their environment.

Reflexology

An alternative medicine practice involving the application of pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears, with the belief that this will have a beneficial effect on other parts of the body and improve general health.