Week 11 (B) Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Is the level of consciousness linked to the level of neural activity?
A
Nope
In fact you can have more activity asleep
Although zero activity = zero consciousness
2
Q
What do Integrated Information Theory (IIT) think about how brain waves relate to consciousness?
A
The more complex the brain pattern, the more conscious they are.
3
Q
If you want to ‘jump start’ consciousness, where do you stick the jumper leads?
A
Into the Thalamus
4
Q
What is the mechanism of action for anesthetics?
A
Nobody knows
Literally
5
Q
What are CORTICOTHALAMIC LOOPS, and why do they matter for consciousness
A
It is an integral part of both Integrated Information Theory and and Global Workspace Theory
cf the twins who share a thalamus
