In this video I describe a spectrum of consciousness, ranging from minimal consciousness up to full human consciousness. Along the way, recognition of the self may be an important marker for differentiating some animals. The ability to be self-conscious and … Read More
Synesthesia: Mingling the Senses
In this video I explain synesthesia, in which stimulation of one sense can automatically stimulate another, such as seeing colors when hearing pitches or tasting sounds. I also demonstrate one way that researchers can test certain types of synesthesia and … Read More
Types of Test Designs
In designing an intelligence assessment, I may want to know the level of difficulty that someone is capable of solving. In this case, I would probably look at whether a person is able to solve a particularly difficult puzzle or … Read More
Rorschach Inkblot Test Images
The original images from Rorschach’s Inkblot Test have been available in the public domain for several years now. Here’s an image of Hermann Rorschach himself (certainly a doppelgänger for Brad Pitt): Here’s a series of 10 of the images, presented … Read More