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Insights into the development of Conifold Theory and introduction of strategies which employ these theoretical principles in mental health practice. Included are some resources and tips for engaging in conscious perception, predictive modeling, and behavioral choice.
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Shaping the future
We can consciously choose how we expend time and energy resources to change the world, by putting the work into understanding the external environment and our selves. With understanding of the world comes clarity in decision-making.
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Oct 30, 20243 min read
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Building predictive models
Instead of acting reflexively, we can consciously combine memories with incoming sensory data to build predictive models of the world.
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Oct 16, 20243 min read
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Making sense of the past
Validation helps us to accept and process difficult information.
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Oct 2, 20242 min read
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Considering PTSD (in terms of thermodynamic computation)
Neuroscientists are learning to consider perceptual error and decisional error as functional outcomes of Bayesian priors. In terms of clinical practice, we can use this knowledge to guide patients with PTSD toward healthier outcomes.
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Nov 29, 20233 min read
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Considering anxiety (in terms of thermodynamic constraints)
In thermodynamic computation, neuroscientists address the time and energy constraints of information processing.
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Nov 15, 20233 min read
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Considering depression (in terms of thermodynamic constraints)
In thermodynamic computation, neuroscientists address the energetic efficiency of information processing.
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Nov 1, 20233 min read
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Conifold Theory Basics, Part 3: How does neural computation generate consciousness?
Perceptual experience and volitional action are tied to neuronal activity in the cerebral cortex. How does that computational process work?
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Dec 20, 20225 min read
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Conifold Theory Basics, Part 2: Defining Information
Computation involves parsing information to extract a signal from the noise - to extract meaningful patterns from a messy dataset.
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Dec 13, 20223 min read
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Conifold Counseling Basics, Part 1: Defining Consciousness
Consciousness is about perceiving the world, building an understanding of the world, and choosing our actions in the world.
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Dec 6, 20223 min read
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