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Brain Imaging Investigation of the Impairing Effect of Emotion on Cognition

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Published on: February 1, 2012

Bayesian cognitive science, predictive brains, and the nativism debate.

Matteo Colombo¹

¹Tilburg Center for Logic, Ethics and Philosophy of Science, Tilburg University, P.O. Box 90153, 5000 LE Tilburg, The Netherlands.

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|April 2, 2019

Summary

Bayesian cognitive science offers a new framework for understanding how psychological traits are acquired. It provides precise language for discussing mechanisms without favoring nativism or empiricism.

Keywords:

Bayesian cognitive science Classicism Connectionism Innateness Nativism and empiricism

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Cognitive Science
Philosophy of Mind
Computational Neuroscience

Background:

The nativist-empiricist debate in cognitive science concerns the origins of psychological traits.
Bayesian approaches are increasingly influential in cognitive science.

Purpose of the Study:

To explicate the claim that Bayesianism can reshape the nativist-empiricist debate.
To clarify the implications of Bayesian cognitive science for understanding psychological trait acquisition.

Main Methods:

Conceptual analysis of Bayesian cognitive science.
Examination of the nativist-empiricist controversy.
Distinguishing different interpretations of Bayesianism's role.

Main Results:

Bayesianism does not vindicate nativism or empiricism.
It offers a precise and transparent framework for discussing psychological mechanisms.
It allows for discussion of trait acquisition without assuming an innate language of thought.

Conclusions:

Bayesian cognitive science provides a valuable, neutral framework for studying psychological development.
It facilitates clearer communication about the underlying mechanisms of learning and representation.