Measuring the Magnitude of the Uznadze Haptic Aftereffect With a Cross-Modal Matching Paradigm : Advantages, Challenges and Limitations / Daniele Zavagno and Olga Daneyko.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Zavagno, Daniele, author.

Daneyko, Olga, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Perception--Research.

Perception.

Research--Methodology.

Research.

Physical Description:

1 online resource : illustrations

Place of Publication:

London : SAGE Publications Ltd, 2025.

Summary:

This Case Study introduces the see-what-you-feel method, a cross-modal paradigm that combines touch (haptic) and sight (vision) to measure the Uznadze haptic aftereffect--a phenomenon where previous haptic experiences affect our perception of object size. This Case Study is based on original research that uniquely measured the haptic aftereffect using a three-dimensional visual scale that in its first application consisted of 12 spheres. Participants were asked to match the size of a sphere they held in their hands to the size of a sphere on the visual scale. The study addressed challenges in measuring the Uznadze haptic aftereffect, providing practical insights into participant recruitment strategies, experimental setup considerations, and methodologic adjustments. By using the cross-modal approach with a physical three-dimensional scale, researchers can explore and measure subtle perceptual phenomena more effectively. The simplicity of the method for participants helps to ensure that their focus remains on the perceptual aspects being studied, reducing the chance of confusion. The benefits of this method extend beyond the specific case study. It offers a new way to study tactile perception and demonstrates its potential for broader research in human perception. The study also outlined future research directions, offering suggestions for refining the method and broadening its use. These include addressing potential limitations, which contribute to comprehensive methodologic development; critical evaluation; transparency in research practices; and continuous improvement of scientific methods and outcomes.

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ISBN:

1-03-621631-4

9781036216313

OCLC:

1523169383