Pasupuleti – Consciousness in Pain Management

In this video, Dr. Pasupuleti explores the relationship between consciousness and pain management, aiming to bridge ancient studies of consciousness with modern scientific concepts. Emphasizing that pain is a part of our awareness, the speaker highlights the challenges in explaining why we feel pain despite understanding the neurological pathways. They discuss the “hard problem” of consciousness, as defined by philosopher David Chalmers, and advocate for incorporating ancient knowledge systems like Advaita Vedanta into modern pain management practices. The goal is to integrate philosophical insights into scientific research to enhance understanding and treatment of pain.