Tactile Perception
Psychology ⇒ Sensation and Perception
Tactile Perception starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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A patient has damage to the somatosensory cortex. What effect might this have on their tactile perception?
Describe how tactile information travels from the skin to the brain.
Describe how the two-point discrimination test is used to measure tactile acuity.
Describe the role of tactile perception in object recognition.
Describe the role of the somatosensory cortex in tactile perception.
Explain how tactile perception can be tested clinically.
Explain the difference between fast-adapting and slow-adapting mechanoreceptors.
Explain the term 'tactile adaptation.'
Explain why tactile perception is important for daily life activities.
Name the four main types of mechanoreceptors found in human skin.
