Psychological illusion

A psychological illusion occurs when our mind perceives something differently than it actually is, often due to the way our brain processes visual or sensory information. These illusions reveal how our perceptions are constructed, influenced by expectations, context, or prior knowledge. For example, the way we interpret ambiguous images or misjudge distances demonstrates that perception is not always an exact reflection of reality. Psychological illusions highlight the brain's reliance on shortcuts and assumptions, showing that what we see or feel can be shaped by how our mind interprets sensory input.