People's Tendency to Perceive a Thing a Certain Way Because

question 346

Multiple Choice

People's tendency to perceive a thing a certain way because their previous experiences or expectations influence them is called __________.

• A) top-down processing
• B) telepathy
• C) bottom-up processing
• D) perceptual expectancy

---

Definitions:

Amphetamine-induced Psychosis

A condition characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and paranoia caused by excessive use of amphetamines.

Disturbed Thought Processes

A condition where an individual's thinking is disorganized or based on delusional beliefs, often noticed in mental health disorders.

Schizophrenia

A mental health disorder characterized by distorted thinking, perceptions, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Antisocial Tendencies

Behaviors that go against societal norms and can harm or lack consideration for the well-being of others.