What is subliminal perception?

Subliminal perception refers to the process in which sensory inputs are registered by the brain without awareness or conscious recognition. This concept suggests that individuals can be influenced by stimuli that they do not consciously perceive. For example, messages or images may be presented below the threshold of conscious awareness, yet they can still affect thoughts, feelings, or behaviors.

This definition aligns directly with the chosen answer, emphasizing the idea that subliminal perception operates at a level beneath conscious awareness. In practice, subliminal messages can be used in advertising or media, aiming to elicit a reaction or influence behavior without the individual being consciously aware of the message's presence.

The other definitions, such as awareness through conscious thought or clear perception of stimuli, pertain to conscious sensory awareness and recognition, which distinguishes them from the concept of subliminal perception where awareness is absent.