[1][2] This phenomenon involves individuals becoming more attuned to detecting and processing relevant sensory input or cues from their environment.
This heightened perceptual sensitivity plays a crucial role in cognitive processes such as attention, perception, and memory.
This selective attention allows individuals to prioritize and respond effectively to important or meaningful stimuli in their surroundings.
[4] Researchers in psychology and cognitive science study perceptual vigilance to understand how attentional mechanisms operate and how they can be influenced by internal and external factors.
By investigating the cognitive processes underlying perceptual vigilance, researchers gain insights into human perception, behavior and decision-making.