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When you have studied this chapter, you should be able to:
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Define consciousness and describe the features of daydreams. |
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Explain Hilgard's concept of divided consciousness. |
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Identify the characteristics of the unconscious mind. |
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List and describe the stages of sleep. |
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Compare and contrast REM sleep and non-REM sleep features and dreaming. |
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Explain circadian rhythms, and describe the consequences of interrupting circadian rhythms. |
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Discuss sleep deprivation and the need for sleep. |
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Describe what is understood about the content and meaning of dreams and how dreams are interpreted. |
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Describe the following sleep phenomena: nightmares, night terrors, sleepwalking, and sleeptalking. |
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Distinguish among the following sleep disorders: insomnia, narcolepsy, and sleep apnea. |
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List the characteristics of altered states of consciousness. |
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Describe the meditation process and the concept of mindfulness. |
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Identify the characteristics of the hypnotic state, and describe the relationship between mesmerism and hypnosis. |
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List the variables that influence individual responses to psychotropic drugs. |
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Identify depressant drugs, and compare their various effects. |
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Describe the effects of narcotics. |
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Describe the effects of inhalants, hallucinogens, and marijuana. |
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Describe the phenomena of drug abuse and drug dependence. |
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Discuss the issues regarding legal consciousness-altering drugs. |