Neurophilosophy: The book, written by a pioneer of neurophilosophy, explores what happens when one accepts that thoughts and feelings stem from brain activity rather than an immaterial spirit.
Key Questions: It examines enduring philosophical and ethical questions about the self, personality formation, decision-making, consciousness, and free will through the lens of neuroscience research.
Real-World Implications: The author discusses how scientific discoveries provide insights into real-world dilemmas, such as adolescent responsibility or a patient's state in a coma.
Harmonizing Science and Philosophy: Churchland harmonizes science and philosophy to provide insights into the human condition, arguing that a brain-based understanding of the mind can be liberating rather than unnerving.
Specifications
Key Features
Neurophilosophy: The book, written by a pioneer of neurophilosophy, explores what happens when one accepts that thoughts and feelings stem from brain activity rather than an immaterial spirit.
Key Questions: It examines enduring philosophical and ethical questions about the self, personality formation, decision-making, consciousness, and free will through the lens of neuroscience research.
Real-World Implications: The author discusses how scientific discoveries provide insights into real-world dilemmas, such as adolescent responsibility or a patient's state in a coma.
Harmonizing Science and Philosophy: Churchland harmonizes science and philosophy to provide insights into the human condition, arguing that a brain-based understanding of the mind can be liberating rather than unnerving.