States of Consciousness
Define consciousness as a psychological construct and explore the continuum of awareness. Students will compare normal waking consciousness with altered states of consciousness.
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Define consciousness as a psychological construct and explore the continuum of awareness. Students will compare normal waking consciousness with altered states of consciousness.
Key Questions
- How do we measure states of consciousness using physiological and psychological indicators?
- What distinguishes normal waking consciousness from altered states?
- How do stimulants and depressants affect brain wave patterns?
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