3-2. DISCUSS EVIDENCE THAT SUGGESTS CONSCIOUSNESS IS A PHYSIOLOGICAL...

1.3-2. Discuss evidence that suggests consciousness is a physiological function.

Difficulty:

3

Question ID:

1.3-2

Page Ref:

3-7

Topic:

Understanding Human Consciousness: A Psychological Approach

Skill:

Conceptual

Answer: Consciousness appears to be localized to discrete circuits and allows us to more readily

adapt to new environments. Brain damage can alter consciousness, as in the case of the split-

brain syndrome.