Perceptual Concept

Definition

A perceptual concept refers to the mental process of interpreting sensory information and giving it meaning based on our past experiences and knowledge.

Related terms

Sensation:

The process of detecting and receiving sensory information from the environment.

Perception:

The process of organizing and interpreting sensory information in order to give it meaning.

Gestalt Principles:

Principles that explain how we organize visual stimuli into meaningful patterns or wholes.