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What is the primary meaning of the term 'consciousness'?
What is the primary meaning of the term 'consciousness'?
What concept did Sigmund Freud introduce to describe memories and motivations that are not accessible to our conscious minds?
What concept did Sigmund Freud introduce to describe memories and motivations that are not accessible to our conscious minds?
What is an example of a situation where one's awareness is limited, according to Freud?
What is an example of a situation where one's awareness is limited, according to Freud?
What is the opposite of 'consciousness' in the English language?
What is the opposite of 'consciousness' in the English language?
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What will be discussed in this module, in addition to the levels of consciousness?
What will be discussed in this module, in addition to the levels of consciousness?
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What was the reported outcome of the 1957 experiment with the words “Eat Popcorn” in a film?
What was the reported outcome of the 1957 experiment with the words “Eat Popcorn” in a film?
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What level of awareness involves subtle, even subliminal influences?
What level of awareness involves subtle, even subliminal influences?
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What is the phenomenon where you can hear your name being called in a noisy environment?
What is the phenomenon where you can hear your name being called in a noisy environment?
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What was the response measured by Öhman and Soares (1994) in participants with a fear of snakes?
What was the response measured by Öhman and Soares (1994) in participants with a fear of snakes?
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What is the term for automatic responses to certain cues, such as jumping when startled?
What is the term for automatic responses to certain cues, such as jumping when startled?
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Study Notes
The Meaning of Consciousness
- The term 'consciousness' is generally understood to refer to our awareness of ourselves and our surroundings.
The Unconscious Mind
- Sigmund Freud introduced the concept of the unconscious, a mental realm that encompasses memories and motivations not readily accessible to our conscious minds.
Limited Awareness
- Freud suggested that slips of the tongue, also known as Freudian slips, are an example of where conscious awareness is momentarily limited, revealing unconscious thoughts or desires.
The Opposite of Consciousness
- The opposite of 'consciousness' in the English language is unconsciousness, which refers to a state of lacking awareness or being unaware of one's surroundings.
Levels of Consciousness and More
- This module will delve into the different levels of consciousness, in addition to exploring the impact of unconscious influences on our thoughts, behaviors, and experiences.
The 'Eat Popcorn' Experiment
- In a 1957 experiment, subliminal messages "Eat Popcorn" and "Drink Coca-Cola" were flashed on a movie screen at a rate below conscious perception. Increased sales of popcorn and Coca-Cola were reported during the screenings.
Subliminal Influence
- The subconscious level of awareness is characterized by subtle influences that can sway our thoughts and behaviors without our conscious knowledge.
The Cocktail Party Effect
- The Cocktail Party Effect describes the phenomenon where we can hear our name being called in a noisy environment, even if we're not actively listening for it. This demonstrates the unconscious processing of information.
Fear and Automatic Responses
- Öhman and Soares (1994) found that participants with a fear of snakes showed a measurable physiological response, such as increased skin conductance, when presented with snake-related stimuli. This highlights the automatic response to threats and conditioned fears.
Automatic Responses
- Reflexes are automatic responses to specific stimuli, like jumping when startled. These actions occur without conscious deliberation, demonstrating the unconscious control of our bodies.
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Explore the concept of consciousness, including awareness of self, bodily sensations, thoughts, and the environment. Delve into the complexities of consciousness and unconsciousness in psychological theory and research.
