The Absolute Threshold theory is a concept in psychology that refers to the minimum level of stimulus needed for an individual to detect its presence accurately. It suggests that there is a specific threshold below which stimuli cannot be detected.
Related terms
Subliminal Perception: This term refers to the process by which stimuli are perceived without conscious awareness, often below the absolute threshold.
JND is the smallest difference between two stimuli that can be detected by an individual consistently. It relates to the idea of thresholds and perception sensitivity.