Approaches to Consciousness

Synopsis: Four programmes exploring aspects of human consciousness: Dr Robert Ornstein describes research on consciousness being conducted with chimpanzees; Dr Oliver Sacks discusses the relationship between the nervous system and consciousness; Dr Arnold Mindell explains how he connects with patients in comas, dispelling the notion that they are completely unresponsive; Dr Irvin Yalom discusses his novel ‘When Nietsche Wept’, highlighting existential issues of human consciousness.
Language: English
Country: United States
Medium: Video; Videocassette. VHS (NTSC). col. 4 x 30 min.
Year of production: 1992
Availability: Sale; 1999 sale: US$159.00 (+p&p) set (NTSC only)
Subjects: Psychology
Keywords: cognitive psychology; coma; consciousness

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