Labeled Lines Theory

Definition

The labeled lines theory is a concept in psychology that suggests sensory information from different modalities (such as taste, smell, and touch) is transmitted to the brain through separate dedicated pathways or "labeled lines."

Related terms

Sensory Modalities: These are different channels through which we perceive sensations, such as taste, smell, touch, vision, and hearing.

Cross-Modal Integration: Refers to the process by which our brain combines information from multiple sensory modalities to create a unified perception.

Synesthesia:

A condition where stimulation of one sensory modality leads to experiences in another modality (e.g., seeing colors when tasting food).