After reading this article you will learn about the theory of cognitive dissonance. A theory which primarily tries to explore the relationship between one’s prior perception and attitudes on the one hand and actual experience on the other is the theory of cognitive dissonance propounded by Leon Festinger. The theory has certainly stimulated a lot […]
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The Art of Impression Management | Perception | Psychology
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After reading this article you will learn about the art of impression management. Impression management is often considered to be an art. We sometimes come across, individuals who draw a lot of attention. Wherever they go, people are instantly impressed by them and develop a positive and favourable impression about them. In other words, they […]
6 Major Principles of Perceptual Organisation | Perception | Psychology
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This article throws light upon the six main principles of perceptual organisation. The principles are: 1. Closure 2. Pragnanz 3. Proximity 4. Similarity 5. Continuity 6. Inclusiveness. Principle # 1. Closure: Gestalt psychologists claimed that when we receive sensations that form an incomplete or unfinished visual image or sound, we tend to overlook the incompleteness […]