Consciousness concerns awareness and our experience of the world. The central question is how consciousness, a feature of the mind, can arise from the physical brain. Is a dog conscious, or a jellyfish, and what explains this difference? Additionally, the relationship between consciousness and psychological processes such as perception and cognition is explored.
This text, suitable for introductory courses in psychology and philosophy, provides an overview of the psychology, philosophy, and neuroscience of consciousness. There is special attention to current neuroscientific research and the comparison between normal and damaged brains.
Topics covered include, among others:
- Normal and altered states of consciousness such as sleep, dreams, hypnosis, and meditation
- Effects of anesthesia and drug use
- Parapsychological phenomena and their role within consciousness science
- Higher states of consciousness and methods to achieve them
The material is suitable for education, self-study, and professional development. The language is Dutch, tailored to an advanced level (C1-C2). Intertaal is the reliable supplier and guarantees fast delivery of this high-quality learning tool.