7th Lesson - Perception Theory

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the impact of clothing and artifacts on self-perception, particularly focusing on the case study of face masks.

Embodied fashion

Fashion that extends our possibilities for tactile interaction with the world and brings awareness to our bodily experiences.

Face mask as an artifact

An object incorporated into the mind-body system that modifies behavior and experiences, influencing our sense of Self.

Material performative agency

The ability of a material object, like a face mask, to affect and change personal experiences and self-awareness.

Interoceptive dimension

The body's ability to perceive internal sensations, particularly related to breathing and bodily awareness.

Visuo-perceptual experience

The relationship between visual stimuli and bodily sensations; how visual artifacts affect our perception.

Self-awareness

The recognition and awareness of one's own identity and experiences, often influenced by external artifacts.

Phenomenological analysis

A qualitative research method that explores human experiences through in-depth interviews and themes.

Cognitive dissociation

The feeling of separation or disruption between one's cognitive processes and bodily experiences.

Expressive mimicry

The ability to use facial expressions effectively to convey emotions, which may be hindered by face coverings.

Quantitative vs. qualitative approach

Quantitative focuses on numerical data and statistics, while qualitative emphasizes understanding human experiences through detailed descriptions.

Enclothed cognition

The systematic influence that clothes and wearable artifacts have on the wearer's psychological processes and cognitive performance.

Proprioception

The sense of self-movement and body position, which can be modified or restricted by garments and artifacts.

Haptic perception

The process of recognizing and interacting with objects through touch, central to the experience of embodied fashion.

Extended Mind Thesis

The theory that artifacts and tools, like clothing or masks, can function as extensions of our cognitive and physical capabilities.

Embodiment

The process by which the body serves as the center of experience and the primary medium for interacting with the world.

Social-evaluative threat

The psychological discomfort or self-consciousness regarding how others perceive one's appearance or identity when wearing a specific artifact.

Kinesthetic sensation

The sensory perception of the movement of the body or its parts, often heightened or altered by the fit of a garment.

Semiotic function of artifacts

The way in which objects communicate meaning or identity to both the wearer and the observers within a social context.

Lived body (Leib)

A phenomenological concept referring to the body as experienced by the individual from within, rather than as an external physical object.

Tactile feedback

The information received via the sense of touch when interacting with materials, which informs our sense of physical presence.