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Chapter Eight
Consciousness
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Psychology
Undergraduate 2
11/03/2011

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Waking Consciousness
Definition
All the sensations, perceptions, emotions, memories we have and are aware of at any given time; alert state
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Altered States of Consciousness
Definition
Changes that occur in the quality and pattern of mental activity (Ex: Sleep, daydreaming, meditation, drug usage) [
Restriction, combination, manipulation]
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What restricts our attention, limits what we notice, combines sensations, learning, and memory, and allows us to create a mental model of the world?
Definition
Consciousness
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What are the three levels of consciousness in order?
Definition
Unconscious, preconscious, consciousness
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Consciousness
Definition
Brain process of which we are aware
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Unconscious
Definition
Brain process that does not involve conscious processing (breathing, blinking, digesting food)
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Preconscious
Definition
Information that is not currently in consciousness, but can be brought into consciousness if attention is called to it
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Daydreaming
Definition
Attention shifts to memories, fantasies, desires, etc., and away from the immediate situation [Mild form of consciousness alteration] (Can be beneficial and detrimental)
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Circadian Rhythms
Definition
Physiological patterns that repeat around every twenty-four hours (Ex: The sleep-wake cycle) [Biological clock] (Jet lag can affect this, switching from day to night shift, weekend nights, etc.)
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REM Sleep
Definition
(Rapid Eye Movement) Dream sleep, sleep paralysis; associated with dreaming, sleep is light and the body is very still (Around ninety minutes a night)
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NREM Sleep
Definition
Occurs during stages 1, 2, 3, 4 of sleep; no rapid-eye movement occurs; ninety percent of sleep here is dream-free; helps us recover from daily fatigue
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REM Rebound
Definition
Lengthening and increasing frequency and depth of REM sleep which occurs after periods of sleep deprivation
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Microsleep
Definition
Brief shift in brain activity to pattern normally recorded during sleep
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Sleep
Definition
Innate, biological rhythm
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Sleep Deprivation
Definition
Sleep loss; being deprived of needed amounts of sleep
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Hypersomnia
Definition
Excessive daytime sleepiness
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Electroencephalograph (EEG)
Definition
Brain-wave machine; amplifies and records electrical activity in the brain
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Beta Waves
Definition
Small, fast waves associated with alertness and awakeness
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Alpha Waves
Definition
Relaxtion and sleep; large waves associated with relaxation and falling asleep
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Stage 1 (of sleep)
Definition
Small, irregular waves produced in light sleep; irregular breathing (people may or may not say they were asleep) [Theta waves]
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Stage 2 (of sleep)
Definition
Deeper sleep, body temperature drops, sleep spindles appear (short bursts of distinctive brain-wave activity)
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Stage 3 (of sleep)
Definition
Delta waves appear; very large and slow
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Stage 4 (of sleep)
Definition
Deepest level of sleep, almost purely delta waves
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REM Behavioral Disorder
Definition
Lack of muscle paralysis during REM sleep
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Sleep Debt
Definition
Deficiency caused by not getting the amount of sleep required for optimal functioning
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Activation-synthesis Theory
Definition
Theory that claims dreams begin with random electrical activation coming from the brain steam; dreams are the brain's attempt to make sense of this random activity
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Insomnia
Definition
Insufficient sleep, inability to fall asleep quickly, frequent arousals, or early awakenings
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Temporary Insomnia
Definition
Brief period of sleeplessness caused by worry, stress or excitement (Avoid fighting it, and read a book) [Do something stimulating]
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Chronic Insomnia
Definition
Exists if sleeping troubles last for more than three weeks (Adapt regular schedule; go to bed at the same time each night)
Term
Sleep Apnea
Definition
Respiratory disorder in which a person intermittently stops breathing while asleep
Term
Narcolepsy
Definition
Involves sudden REM sleep attacks accompanied by cataplexy
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Cataplexy
Definition
Rare sleep disorder that involves loss of muscle control that occurs before narcoleptic sleep attack; waking form of sleep paralysis
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Night Terrors
Definition
Screaming of a child in deep sleep, who once awakened, has no memory of what mental events might have caused the fear (During NREM sleep; 15-20 minutes)
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Nightmare
Definition
Bad dream you can recollect; occurs in REM sleep; experiencing sleep paralysis
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Sleepwalking
Definition
NREM sleep; occurs in stages 3-4; walking in sleep
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Sleeptalking
Definition
NREM sleep; talking in sleep without any recollection that you were having a conversation
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Hypnosis
Definition
Induced state of altered awareness, characterized by heightened suggestibility and deep relaxation
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Hypnotizability
Definition
Degree to which an individual is responsive to hypnotic suggestions
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Meditation
Definition
An altered sense of consciousness induced by focusing on repetitive behavior, assuming certain body positions and minimizing external stimulation
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Psychoactive Drugs
Definition
Chemicals that affect mental processes and behavior by their effects on the nervous system
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Hallucinogens
Definition
Chemical substance produces hallucinations by disturbing sensory input[LSD, Cannibis]
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Depressants
Definition
Chemical substance that slows down the functioning of the central nervous system [Alcohol]
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Opiates
Definition
Substance that functions as a pain-killer [Morphine, Heroin]
Term
Stimulants
Definition
Substance that excites or arouses the central nervous system (speeds up) [Caffeine, Nicotine, Cocaine]
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Physical Drug Dependence
Definition
Addiction; body will develop a tolerance to the drug (reduction in body's response to a drug) withdrawal symptoms [Physical illness following the withdrawal of a drug]
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Psychological Dependence
Definition
Based primarily on psychological or emotional needs (Cravings, desire)
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Experimental Use
Definition
Short-term usage of a chemical substance based on curiousity
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Social-recreational Use
Definition
Occasional social use of a chemical substance for pleasure or relaxation
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Situational Use
Definition
Chemical substance used to cope with a specific problem (Death, finals, divorce, etc.)
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Intensive Use
Definition
Daily use of a chemical substance, with elements of dependence
Term
Compulsive Use
Definition
Intensive use and extreme dependence
Term
What are the four cateogories of psychocactive drugs?
Definition
Hallucinations, depressants, stimulants, and opiates.
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