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Monday, September 11, 2006

Brain Images of Woman in Vegetative State Hint at Awareness

What does it mean to be aware, or conscious? A new study completed by British researchers and reported in the journal Science claims that more may be going on inside the brain of people in a vegetative state, than scientists used to believe.

Read the article here.

What do you think? At the end of the article, a scientist discusses the difference between a reaction and a choice. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? What does this imply for the future of "life support" cases? Weigh in with your opinions here...