outer psychophysics

an attempt to establish the direct relationship between the physical intensity of sensory stimuli and the intensity of the related mental experience. Compare inner psychophysics. See psychophysical law. [introduced by Gustav Theodor Fechner]

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November 22nd 2024

cold pressor pain test

a test of pain produced by immersing a limb in iced water. Also called cold pressor test.