Understanding Sensation and Perception: A Comprehensive Guide

Ever wondered how your senses perceive the world around you? Do you know how your eyes work like a camera, or why your ears pop during a flight? Or perhaps you’re curious about the strange beauty practices of the past, like using belladonna to dilate pupils? Look no further than the fully updated 2nd edition of Sensation and Perception, a groundbreaking textbook that delves into the fascinating world of human perception.

Exploring the Senses

This book offers an in-depth exploration of the perceptual processes related to vision, hearing, taste, smell, touch, and pain. It also covers the lesser-known vestibular and proprioceptive systems, which are crucial for maintaining balance and spatial awareness. From the intricacies of color vision to the pathologies of perception, and from recognizing faces to understanding the latest research methods, this textbook is an essential read for anyone interested in the science of perception.

New Features and Updates

The second edition of Sensation and Perception includes several new features designed to enhance your understanding and engagement with the material. These include:

• Applications Features: These sections connect key concepts to real-life contexts, helping you see how the science of perception applies to everyday experiences.
• Thinking Critically: This feature encourages you to think beyond the basics and delve deeper into the complexities of perception.
• End-of-Chapter Essay Questions: These thought-provoking questions help you reinforce your understanding of the material and develop your critical thinking skills.
• A New Chapter on Action & Perception: This entirely new chapter explores the fascinating relationship between action and perception, shedding light on how our movements influence our perception of the world.

About the Authors

Sensation and Perception is written by two leading experts in the field of psychology. John Harris is Emeritus Professor of Psychology at the University of Reading, and Jared Smith is Senior Research Fellow at the Population Health Research Institute of St Georges, University of London. Their combined expertise and experience make this textbook an invaluable resource for students and researchers alike.

Key Details

Sensation and Perception is published by SAGE Publications Ltd and was released in September 2022. The book contains 584 pages and is available in hardcover format. The ISBN-10 is 1526467704, and the ISBN-13 is 978-1526467706.