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The relationship between cognitive penetration and predictive coding
1Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience, Department of Philosophy, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, Scotland, United Kingdom.
Consciousness and Cognition
|April 27, 2016
Summary
Cognitive penetration, where beliefs and desires influence perception, is debated. This study argues its occurrence depends on specific forms of both predictive coding and cognitive penetration, urging clearer definitions for research.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Science
- Philosophy of Mind
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Cognitive penetration, the influence of beliefs and desires on perception, is a contentious topic.
- Recent claims link predictive coding models of perception to the occurrence of cognitive penetration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the relationship between predictive coding accounts and cognitive penetration.
- To clarify different forms of predictive coding and cognitive penetration.
- To determine if predictive coding necessitates cognitive penetration.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of predictive coding theories.
- Examination of various forms of cognitive penetration.
- Argumentation based on the specific definitions of each concept.
Main Results:
- The link between predictive coding and cognitive penetration is not automatic.
- The occurrence of cognitive penetration hinges on the specific formulation of predictive coding and the type of penetration.
- Different conceptions of both theories exist, impacting their relationship.
Conclusions:
- Accepting predictive coding does not automatically confirm cognitive penetration.
- Researchers must specify the forms of predictive coding and cognitive penetration they discuss for accurate generalizations.
- Clearer definitions are needed to advance the debate on cognitive penetration.
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