Temporal illusions are perceptual phenomena where individuals experience distortions in their sense of time. These illusions can make time feel like it is speeding up, slowing down, or even standing still. They often occur in situations of heightened emotion, such as during a crisis or while engaging in thrilling activities, leading to a subjective experience that differs from actual elapsed time. One common example of a temporal illusion is the stopped clock effect, where time seems to freeze during a traumatic event. Another is the time dilation experienced in virtual reality, where users may perceive time differently due to immersive experiences. Understanding these illusions can help researchers explore the complexities of human perception.