Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Presentation is loading. Please wait.

States of consciousness

Published byΠόντιος Αυγερινός Modified over 5 years ago

Similar presentations

Presentation on theme: "States of consciousness"— Presentation transcript:

1 States of consciousness
Hypnosis, Psychoactive drugs

2 Hypnosis State of altered consciousness Focused attention
Physical relaxation Heightened suggestibility

3 Hypnosis Interaction between the hypnotist and the subject
Depends on subject’s suggestibility Belief is critical!

4 Hypnosis theories Social phenomenon Divided consciousness
Role played by subject Divided consciousness Split awareness

5 Hypnosis: Fact or Fiction?
Everyone is susceptible to suggestion. Hypnosis can help people remember events. Hypnosis can force people to act against their own beliefs. Hypnosis can relieve pain. Hypnosis can be therapeutic.

6 Psychoactive drugs Substances originating outside the body that affect the brain

7 Dependence Psychological dependence Physical dependence Cravings
Tolerance Withdrawal Cravings

8 Psychoactive drugs Each drug has specific properties and effects
Expectations influence experience

9 Depressants Decrease CNS function Alcohol Opiates

10 Stimulants Increase CNS function Caffeine Nicotine Cocaine Amphetamine
Methamphetamine Ecstasy

11 Hallucinogens Alter sensations and perceptions LSD THC

Download ppt "States of consciousness"

Similar presentations

Chapter 5: States of Consciousness. Consciousness  The awareness of sensations, thoughts, and feelings being experienced at a given moment –Waking consciousness.

Chapter 5: States of Consciousness. Consciousness  The awareness of sensations, thoughts, and feelings being experienced at a given moment –Waking consciousness.
Types of Psychoactive Drugs How they work. 4 WAYS THAT DRUGS WORK: 1.Some drugs, like heroin and LSD, mimic the effects of a natural neurotransmitter.

Types of Psychoactive Drugs How they work. 4 WAYS THAT DRUGS WORK: 1.Some drugs, like heroin and LSD, mimic the effects of a natural neurotransmitter.
Chapter 7 States of Consciousness. Sleep and Dreams Consciousness Consciousness Awareness of ourselves and our environment Awareness of ourselves and.

Chapter 7 States of Consciousness. Sleep and Dreams Consciousness Consciousness Awareness of ourselves and our environment Awareness of ourselves and.
Altered States of Consciousness AP Psychology. Hypnosis Trance-like state of heightened suggestibility, deep relaxation, and intense focus.

Altered States of Consciousness AP Psychology. Hypnosis Trance-like state of heightened suggestibility, deep relaxation, and intense focus.
MODULES 17 - 19 States of Consciousness. Waking Consciousness  Consciousness  our awareness of ourselves and our environments  Biological Rhythms 

MODULES States of Consciousness. Waking Consciousness  Consciousness  our awareness of ourselves and our environments  Biological Rhythms 
1 States of Consciousness Chapter 6. 2 Hypnosis Hypnos: Greek god of sleep A social interaction in which one person.

1 States of Consciousness Chapter 6. 2 Hypnosis Hypnos: Greek god of sleep A social interaction in which one person.
A good friend of yours hopes that hypnosis will improve his memory and help him study longer and more effectively. He worries, however, that he might not.

A good friend of yours hopes that hypnosis will improve his memory and help him study longer and more effectively. He worries, however, that he might not.
Copyright © McGraw-Hill, Inc. 2011 1 PsychSmart INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY.

Copyright © McGraw-Hill, Inc PsychSmart INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY.
Chapter 7 States of Consciousness. Waking Consciousness  Consciousness  our awareness of ourselves and our environments.

Chapter 7 States of Consciousness. Waking Consciousness  Consciousness  our awareness of ourselves and our environments.
Myers EXPLORING PSYCHOLOGY (6th Edition in Modules)

Myers EXPLORING PSYCHOLOGY (6th Edition in Modules)
Stages of Consciousness 2. Why do we dream? Freud – wish fulfillment – psychic safety valve – Manifest content/latent content information processing –

Stages of Consciousness 2. Why do we dream? Freud – wish fulfillment – psychic safety valve – Manifest content/latent content information processing –
Drugs Module 26. Classifying Drugs Psychoactive drug. –Substance capable of influencing perception, mood, cognition, or behavior. Types. –Stimulants speed.

Drugs Module 26. Classifying Drugs Psychoactive drug. –Substance capable of influencing perception, mood, cognition, or behavior. Types. –Stimulants speed.
Psychoactive Drugs.

Psychoactive Drugs.
Drugs An overview.

Drugs An overview.
Overview  Dualism v. Monism  Circadian Rhythm (25 hr. without light cues)  Jet Lag  Levels  Sleep  Dreams  Hypnosis  Drugs.

Overview  Dualism v. Monism  Circadian Rhythm (25 hr. without light cues)  Jet Lag  Levels  Sleep  Dreams  Hypnosis  Drugs.
Drugs in Perspective. Definitions  drug- any substance that alters one’s ability to function emotionally, physically, intellectually, financially, or.

Drugs in Perspective. Definitions  drug- any substance that alters one’s ability to function emotionally, physically, intellectually, financially, or.
Drugs and Consciousness  Psychoactive Drug  a chemical substance that alters perceptions and mood  Physical Dependence  physiological need for a drug.

Drugs and Consciousness  Psychoactive Drug  a chemical substance that alters perceptions and mood  Physical Dependence  physiological need for a drug.
Copyright © 2001 by Harcourt, Inc. All rights reserved. Consciousness and Drugs.

Copyright © 2001 by Harcourt, Inc. All rights reserved. Consciousness and Drugs.
Consciousness Awareness Attention Selective Attention Divided Attention Dichotic Listening.

Consciousness Awareness Attention Selective Attention Divided Attention Dichotic Listening.
Chapter 4: States of Consciousness Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Consciousness The awareness.

Chapter 4: States of Consciousness Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Consciousness The awareness.

Similar presentations

Ads by Google