Sensation is the physical process of collecting data from the environment. Sensory receptors (in the eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and skin) detect physical energy—such as light waves or sound vibrations—and convert it into neural signals.
The critical step where physical energy is transformed into electrical impulses the brain can understand. Thresholds: Sensation and Perception
Using prior knowledge, experiences, and expectations to interpret sensory info (concept-driven). 3. Principles of Organization Sensation is the physical process of collecting data
Diminished sensitivity as a consequence of constant stimulation (e.g., stopping noticing the smell of a room after being in it for ten minutes). A mental predisposition to perceive one thing and
A mental predisposition to perceive one thing and not another based on expectations.
Filling in gaps to create a complete, whole object. 4. Influencing Factors Perception is subjective and can be influenced by: