Boundary Systems Describe Standards of Behaviour and Codes of Conduct

question 102

True/False

Boundary systems describe standards of behaviour and codes of conduct expected of all employees, especially actions that are off-limits.

Understand the different types of attention and their impacts on perception.

Identify and describe the concept of dual processing in human cognition.

Recognize the role of unconscious processing in everyday activities and decision-making.

Explain the concepts of blindsight and inattentional blindness and their implications for conscious awareness.

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Definitions:

Korsakoff's Syndrome

A chronic memory disorder typically associated with heavy alcohol consumption over a long period, characterized by short-term memory loss, "making up" stories (confabulation), and apathy.

Wernicke's Encephalopathy

A serious neurological disorder caused by thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, typically associated with chronic alcoholism, characterized by confusion, unsteady gait, and eye movement abnormalities.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling responses.

Binge Drinking

The consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol in a short period of time, often defined as five or more drinks for men and four or more for women in about two hours.