States+of+Consciousness

=States of Consciousness= This unit introduces us to the concept of consciousness and explores several altered states; including sleep and dreams, hypnosis & meditation, and chemical substances. Below are some highlights for you. Additionally, there are links to most class handouts for this unit.

1. Consciousness has several different meanings; sensory awareness, inner awareness, and sense of self. 2. Humans experience multiple states of consciousness, both natural and unnatural, that affect mental processes, thinking, and behavior.
 * Enduring Understandings:**

1. What is consciousness and are there different states of consciousness? 2. What are the different stages of sleep (REM and non-REM)? 3. What are the leading theories on the function of sleep? 4. What are the features of common sleep disorders? 5. Why do we dream? 6. Are meditation and hypnosis valid and effective? 7. What are the effects of drugs and drug states on mental processing and everyday function?
 * Essential Questions:**

conscious, nonconscious, preconscious, unconscious, REM, non REM, circadian rhythm, sleep deprivation, insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, somnambulism, night terror, manifest content, latent content, lucid dreaming
 * Key Content/Vocabulary (Not a comprehensive list!):**

//Introduction to Psych// Modules 7 & 8
 * Resources:**



Lesson 1: What is Consciousness Activity:

Lesson 2: Sleep, Dreams & Disorders Homework: 7 CONSECUTIVE NIGHTS!

Lesson 3: Hypnosis, Meditation & Biofeedback

Lesson 4: Psychoactive Drugs

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