Seven Views of Mind

Name: Seven Views of Mind
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ISBN: 9781848729971

ISBN-10: 1848729979

ISBN-13: 9781848729971

Edition: 2013

Authors: Lise Wallach, Michael A. Wallach

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This book examines seven different answers to the question, "What are we talking about when we talk about the mind?" It begins by considering the dualistic view, frequently taken for granted by students, that words like "belief," "anger," and "jealousy" refer to a realm quite distinct from the physical world, and notes the difficulties associated with this view as well as why many find it compelling. The book then describes six further major views of mind alternative to dualism that have been developed by psychologists, philosophers, and neuroscientists: Some claim that such words are just about behavior. Some claim that such words are theoretical constructs, like "quarks" in physics. Some…

Book details

List price: $120.00
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Publication date: 9/18/2012
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 128
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.682



Preface


Introduction: The Problem



Mind as Distinct from the Physical World



Mind as a Manner of Speaking



Mind as Behavior



Mind as Software in the Head



Mind as Brain



Mind as Scientific Construct



Mind as Social Construct


Conclusion: How to Avoid Dualism without Losing your Mind (Entirely)


References


Index