Psychophysical Models

Psychophysical models are tools scientists use to understand how our sensory systems translate physical stimuli—like light, sound, or pressure—into our perceptual experiences. They describe the relationship between a measurable physical property and how we perceive it, often accounting for factors like sensitivity and thresholds. For example, these models help explain why we can detect faint sounds but may not notice very faint lights. They are essential for studying perception, designing better sensory devices, and understanding individual differences in sensory processing, bridging the gap between objective measurements and subjective experiences.