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What does the term 'Gestalt' refer to in psychological theory?
What does the term 'Gestalt' refer to in psychological theory?
- The organization of information into a whole form (correct)
- A technique for improving sensory perception
- A method for analyzing isolated stimuli
- The process of memorizing details
In Gestalt principles, which factor is prioritized first when organizing visual stimuli?
In Gestalt principles, which factor is prioritized first when organizing visual stimuli?
- Texture over color
- Proximity over similarity (correct)
- Similarity over proximity
- Color over shape
Which Gestalt principle suggests that objects in the same area are perceived as a group?
Which Gestalt principle suggests that objects in the same area are perceived as a group?
- Good continuation
- Common region (correct)
- Similarity
- Connectedness
What is 'iconic memory' as described in the content?
What is 'iconic memory' as described in the content?
Which principle implies that we perceive lines to continue across neighboring elements?
Which principle implies that we perceive lines to continue across neighboring elements?
How does the principle of 'connectedness' influence perception?
How does the principle of 'connectedness' influence perception?
What is the main distinction between bottom-up and top-down processes in Gestalt theory?
What is the main distinction between bottom-up and top-down processes in Gestalt theory?
Which of the following is NOT one of the described principles of Gestalt?
Which of the following is NOT one of the described principles of Gestalt?
What does visual persistence NOT include as one of its principles?
What does visual persistence NOT include as one of its principles?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the inverse duration effect?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the inverse duration effect?
Identify the false characteristic of the visual cache in Baddeley's theory of working memory.
Identify the false characteristic of the visual cache in Baddeley's theory of working memory.
In the context of visual memory, what does the inverse intensity effect imply?
In the context of visual memory, what does the inverse intensity effect imply?
What is a key function of the visuo-spatial sketchpad?
What is a key function of the visuo-spatial sketchpad?
Which process is NOT associated with top-down processing?
Which process is NOT associated with top-down processing?
What cognitive task does 'mental rotation' refer to in visual processing?
What cognitive task does 'mental rotation' refer to in visual processing?
Which component of the working memory model relates specifically to managing spatial and movement data?
Which component of the working memory model relates specifically to managing spatial and movement data?
What is the primary function of boundary extension in visual processing?
What is the primary function of boundary extension in visual processing?
Which of the following is not a main component of mental imagery according to Galton?
Which of the following is not a main component of mental imagery according to Galton?
Representational momentum is best described as:
Representational momentum is best described as:
What aspect of visual memory recall is notably stronger according to the provided content?
What aspect of visual memory recall is notably stronger according to the provided content?
How did behaviorists generally view mental imagery?
How did behaviorists generally view mental imagery?
Which statement aligns with Kosslyn's proposals regarding mental images?
Which statement aligns with Kosslyn's proposals regarding mental images?
What does the term 'spatial representation' mean in the context of mental imagery?
What does the term 'spatial representation' mean in the context of mental imagery?
What key realization did Galton have about people's ability to construct mental imagery?
What key realization did Galton have about people's ability to construct mental imagery?
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Study Notes
Gestalt Theory
- Founded by Max Wertheimer, an Austrian psychologist, focusing on how we organize information.
- Gestalt translates to "whole form," emphasizing perception as holistic rather than fragmented.
- Involves two processes: bottom-up (BU) and top-down (TD), which can operate in tandem or manifest dominantly as TD.
Key Principles of Gestalt
- Proximity: Items that are closer together are perceived as related or grouped.
- Similarity: Similar objects (in shape, color, etc.) are naturally grouped by the brain.
- Good continuation: Preference for continuous lines and shapes over abrupt endings.
- Common region: Elements within a defined area are perceived together.
- Connectedness: Connected items are seen as a single unit.
- Contour: Perception continues across lines or boundaries.
Cognitive Processes and Conflicts
- Individuals prioritize proximity over similarity, often focusing on color over shape when interpreting visual information.
Object Memory
- Iconic Memory: Temporary storage of visual stimuli lasting between 120ms to 240ms; related to sensory memory.
- Visual Persistence Principles:
- Neural: Continuation of activity in response to a stimulus that is no longer present.
- Visible: Briefly perceived stimuli can linger in perception momentarily.
- Informational: Information remains accessible after the stimulus disappears.
- Inverse Duration Effect: Longer lasting visual stimuli result in less persistent memory.
- Inverse Intensity Effect: More intense stimuli lead to decreased persistence in iconic memory.
Visuo-Spatial Sketchpad
- Described by Baddeley in 1986, it manages visual information and spatial manipulation.
- Functions as part of working memory and is susceptible to interference.
- Contains two components:
- Visual Cache: Stores form and color information.
- Inner Scribe: Holds spatial and movement data.
Mental Rotation and Spatial Representation
- Mental rotation involves manipulating images in the mind, critical for tasks like chess and Tetris.
- Boundary Extension: Tendency to visualize beyond the actual boundaries of an object.
- Representational Momentum: The perception of motion continues in the mind even when observing a still image.
Mental Imagery
- Defined as the ability to recreate sensory experiences without physical stimuli.
- Two components identified:
- Imagining: Bringing an image into consciousness.
- Spatial Representation: Manipulating an image or concept mentally, applicable to other senses.
- Not everyone can create detailed mental images, a realization noted by Francis Galton in 1883.
- Initiation can occur accidentally, leading to discussions on its significance despite being non-observable.
- Kosslyn's Theory: Mental images arise from long-term memory, retaining spatial properties over time.
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