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Psychological aspects of white.

M Lüscher

    Environmental Quality and Safety. Supplement
    |January 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    White is perceived differently based on its fluorescence. This study explores the psychological and symbolic meanings of white, finding it fulfills a fundamental human psychic need.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Color Science
    • Sensory Perception

    Background:

    • The perception and significance of the color white are complex, involving visual, psychological, and symbolic dimensions.
    • Distinguishing between fluorescent and non-fluorescent whites is crucial for understanding perception.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate whether white is considered a color.
    • To explore how fluorescent and non-fluorescent whites are perceived.
    • To define the psychological and symbolic significance of white.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative study involving 1818 participants (aged 6+) using word association tests and a novel non-verbal emotional referencing method.
    • Quantitative study with 1994 participants assessing reactions to fluorescent versus non-fluorescent whites.

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  • Supplemented by linguistic analysis of white's anthropological and physiological significance.

    • Main Results:

    • Respondents overwhelmingly associated the quality of 'whiteness' exclusively with fluorescent whites.
    • The study explored the psychological and symbolic dimensions of white through various sensory and linguistic methods.
    • Data suggests white fulfills a fundamental psychic need in humans.

    Conclusions:

    • White is perceived as fulfilling a psychic need.
    • The distinction between fluorescent and non-fluorescent white significantly impacts perception and attribution of 'whiteness'.