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===Object Activation===
===Object Activation===
{{Main|Object Activation}}
{{Main|Object Activation}}
At the extreme end of object alterations, objects may become so fully animated that the effect starts to take on qualities of a standard [[hallucinatory states|hallucinatory state]], beyond mere [[distortions]].
At the extreme end of object alterations, objects may become so fully animated that the effect starts to take on qualities of a standard [[hallucinatory states|hallucinatory state]], beyond mere [[visual distortions|visual distortions]].


This distinct effect, called object activation, occurs when one looks at an object and the object moves, becomes alive, or appears animated of its own accord. For example, if one is looking at a microwave the door may open and close on its own or a cup on the table may start to slide or tilt over. The "activated object" usually moves in a familiar way that would happen in everyday life, furthering demonstrating that the brain is merging external hallucinations in one's environment.
This distinct effect, called object activation, occurs when one looks at an object and the object moves, becomes alive, or appears animated of its own accord. For example, if one is looking at a microwave the door may open and close on its own or a cup on the table may start to slide or tilt over. The "activated object" usually moves in a familiar way that would happen in everyday life, furthering demonstrating that the brain is merging external hallucinations in one's environment.