Regarding altered states of consciousness, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Cultural conditioning affects what altered states we seek and attain.
b. The meanings given to altered states have included signs of madness, spirit possession, and life-enhancing breakthroughs.
c. Very few cultures or religions recognize and accept alterations of consciousness.
d. Some people seek various altered states of pleasure, while others see altered states of consciousness as pathways to enlightenment.
ANSWER: c
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