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1Theoretical Philosophy, Department of Philosophy and Cognitive Science, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.
Frontiers in Psychology
|April 4, 2022
Summary
This study argues that misrepresentation in consciousness is plausible, suggesting that corrupted brain states can lead to inaccurate conscious experiences. This challenges alternative theories by highlighting the brain
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Philosophy of Mind
- Cognitive Science
Background:
- Higher-order theories of consciousness posit that conscious states can involve misrepresentation.
- The brain's role in generating conscious states is a central assumption in many theories.
- Neural processes are known to be susceptible to corruption, influencing cognitive and behavioral outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an empirically-based argument for the plausibility of misrepresentation in consciousness.
- To challenge the 'no-consciousness' reply as a theoretical alternative.
- To offer a novel, meta-level argument for misrepresentation in conscious states.
Main Methods:
- The argument assumes conscious states are brain-generated.
- It posits that corrupted neural states can lead to misrepresentation.
- It contrasts the misrepresentation hypothesis with the 'no-consciousness' reply using current neuroscience and cognitive science knowledge.
Main Results:
- Corruption of neural states is possible and frequent, supporting the potential for misrepresentation.
- The 'no-consciousness' reply appears less supported by current empirical evidence in consciousness and cognition.
- The argument provides a meta-level framework for discussing misrepresentation.
Conclusions:
- Misrepresentation in consciousness is plausible, stemming from potential corruption in neural processes.
- The empirical evidence leans against the 'no-consciousness' reply.
- This meta-level argument offers a broadly acceptable framework for the debate on consciousness and misrepresentation.
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