PNB 2XA3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Škoda Fabia, Gustav Fechner, Richard C. Tolman

• School: McMaster University
• Department: Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour
• Course: PNB 2XA3
• Professor: Judith Shedden

Document Summary

Pnb 2xa3 chapter 1 lecture a phase shift creates the illusion of waves movement increases as you move eyes around. What is the relation between psychological experiences and: physical processes that correspond to energy in the environment processes of the central nervous system. Relationship between sensory process in environment and physical process. Psychophysics: relation of environmental energy and mental processes (something we can measure and quantify) 2 heavy objects need a big difference. 2 light objects- does not need a big difference. Gustav fechner (1801-1887) : as physical energy increases geometrically, your sensation increases arithmetically it means that people can measure the mind. Mathematical theory based on weber"s discovery: physical energy and the psychological experience of that energy are related by a logarithmic function. Wilhelm wundt (1832-1920), edward titchener (1867-1927), william james (1842- 1910): - launched the new enterprise of psychology. Early focus was introspection; qualities of mental experience. Importance of intentionality and volition to conscious thought.