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Unit 3 - Mind, Brain And Body Flashcards

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What is Normal waking consciousness (NWC) ?

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NWC is a state of complete awareness where attention is focused and the individual is aware of external and internal stimuli.

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What is consciousness

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Consciousness is a hypothetical construct. It can not be directly observed or measured. It is ever changing, continuous, subjective and personal.

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What is selective attention?

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This involves consciously selecting features of the immediate environment (external stimuli) or internal thoughts and feelings to attend to.

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