Auditory Masking: Why Your Brain Ignores Important Sounds
Auditory Masking is a phenomenon in which the presence of one sound reduces the ability to detect and recognize a second sound in the same frequency range. It is a form of sensory interference that occurs when the auditory system is overwhelmed by a louder sound, making it difficult to hear or distinguish other sounds […]
Paracontrast: How Visual Masking Shapes Your Perception
Introduction and Fundamental Definition of Paracontrast Paracontrast is a specialized psychological phenomenon classified within the broader study of visual masking. Specifically, it represents a distinct type of forward masking, defined by the alteration or suppression of the perceived visibility or clarity of a target stimulus, known as the mark, due to the prior presentation of […]