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Everyday neuromorality.

Adina Roskies

    Cerebrum : the Dana Forum on Brain Science
    |July 1, 2005
    PubMed
    Summary

    Neuroimaging advances in emotion detection raise concerns about free will and manipulation. However, moral responsibility remains social, with self-control preserving our freedom and autonomy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Philosophy of Mind
    • Ethics

    Background:

    • Neuroimaging techniques increasingly allow for the observation and recording of human emotions.
    • This capability raises concerns regarding the potential demystification of the mind and its implications for free will.
    • There is a perceived threat of increased manipulation due to a deeper understanding of cognitive functions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To address widespread uneasiness surrounding neuroimaging's potential impact on concepts of free will and autonomy.
    • To explore the relationship between understanding cognitive functions and notions of moral responsibility.
    • To argue that self-control is the basis of freedom and that moral responsibility is fundamentally social.

    Main Methods:

    • Philosophical analysis of neuroimaging's implications.
    • Ethical reasoning on the nature of free will and moral responsibility.
    • Conceptual exploration of the link between cognitive science and societal norms.

    Main Results:

    • Understanding cognitive functions may necessitate revisions to common notions of moral responsibility and control.
    • The study posits that freedom is rooted in self-control, not solely in unobservable mental states.
    • Moral responsibility is framed as a social construct, resilient to neuroscientific findings.

    Conclusions:

    • Advances in neuroimaging do not invalidate the concepts of free will or moral responsibility.
    • Self-control is identified as the crucial element for maintaining personal freedom and agency.
    • The social nature of morality ensures its continued relevance despite scientific advancements in understanding the mind.
    Keywords:
    Biomedical and Behavioral ResearchHealth Care and Public Health

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