The multi-dimensional approach to drug-induced states a commentary on Bayne and Carter's "dimensions of consciousness and the psychedelic state". Issue 1 (19th April 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Fortier-Davy, Martin; Millière, Raphaël
• Is Part Of: Neuroscience of consciousness. Issue 1(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-04-19
• Subjects: states of consciousness -- pharmacology -- philosophy -- contents of consciousness -- theories and models; Consciousness -- Periodicals; Consciousness -- Physiological aspects -- Periodicals; 612.823
• DOI: 10.1093/nc/niaa004
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2057-2107

Abstract

Abstract: Bayne and Carter argue that the mode of consciousness induced by psychedelic drugs does not fit squarely within the traditional account of modes as levels of consciousness, and favors instead a multi-dimensional account according to which modes of consciousness differ along several dimensions—none of which warrants a linear ordering of modes. We discuss the assumption that psychedelic drugs induce a single or paradigmatic mode of consciousness, as well as conceptual issues related to Bayne and Carter's main argument against the traditional account. Finally, we raise a set of questions about the individuation of dimensions selected to differentiate modes of consciousness that could be addressed in future discussions of the multi-dimensional account.