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This study examines Conceptual Atomism (CA), a philosophical theory of concepts. It demonstrates how CA can account for the distinct roles concepts play in both philosophy and psychology.

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Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Science
  • Philosophy of Mind
  • Conceptual Analysis

Background:

  • Philosophical and psychological theories often assign different roles to concepts.
  • Machery argues for a fundamental divergence in conceptual roles across disciplines.
  • Existing philosophical theories may not adequately bridge this disciplinary gap.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To reconcile the differing roles of concepts in philosophy and psychology.
  • To demonstrate the applicability of Conceptual Atomism (CA) to both domains.
  • To provide a unified understanding of conceptual functions.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of Machery's claims regarding conceptual roles.
  • Detailed examination of the philosophical theory of Conceptual Atomism (CA).
  • Comparative analysis of CA's explanatory power in philosophical and psychological contexts.

Main Results:

  • Conceptual Atomism (CA), when correctly interpreted, accommodates the diverse roles of concepts.
  • The study highlights how CA's tenets align with psychological functions of concepts.
  • A framework is presented for understanding concepts as playing consistent, albeit varied, roles.

Conclusions:

  • Conceptual Atomism offers a robust framework for understanding concepts across disciplines.
  • The distinction in conceptual roles proposed by Machery can be addressed by CA.
  • This work promotes a more integrated view of concepts in cognitive science and philosophy.