Consciousness

Question 0

What is The Hard Problem (1994) by Chalmers?

Answer 0

The Hard Problem tries to explain how physical processes in the brain give rise to a subjective experience.

Question 1

Give examples of altered states of consciousness?

Answer 1

Sleep and dreams, psychoactive drugs, meditation and hypnosis can all alter consciousness.

Question 2

How are psychoactive drugs classified?

Answer 2

Classified by behavioural effect.

Sedatives and hypnotics, stimulants, opiates, hallucinogens and psychedelics.

Question 3

What are the two main forms of meditation?

Answer 3

Meditation is split up into two forms: concentrative/one point meditation and open meditation.

Concentrative meditation diminishes sensory input.
Open meditation makes you aware of everything but not met with responses. (Mindfulness)

Question 4

What is the definition of hypnosis according to Kilstrom?

Answer 4

Hypnosis is an interaction whereby an individual responds and involves alterations in perception, memory and voluntary action.

Question 5

What are the two views about hypnosis?

Answer 5

1) altered consciousness or

2) a period of focused attention and exists in a state of compliance and suggestibility.