Approaching Normal Consciousness - Chapter 5

Question 1

Minimally Conscious State

Answer 1

Marked by the ability to show some behaviours that suggest partial consciousness, even if on an inconsistent basis
- Behaviours beyond reflexes

Question 2

Locked-in Syndrome

Answer 2

Patient is aware and awake but, because of an inability to move, appears unconscious
- Cognitive and emotional processing intact

Question 3

Consciousness

Answer 3

• Diminished brain activity as conscious awareness decreases
• ‘The problem of other minds’