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¹Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA jkrakau1@jhmi.edu.

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Perceptual consciousness likely does not aid unconscious planning, challenging Fleming & Michel's theory. This study explores alternative functions for perceptual consciousness beyond model-based planning.

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Area of Science:

Cognitive Science
Neuroscience
Philosophy of Mind

Background:

Fleming & Michel (F&M) proposed that perceptual consciousness serves to facilitate unconscious model-based planning.
This hypothesis links conscious perception directly to the mechanisms of unconscious cognitive processes.

Purpose of the Study:

To challenge the F&M hypothesis by questioning the existence of unconscious model-based planning.
To propose and explore alternative functions for perceptual consciousness.

Main Methods:

Theoretical analysis of existing cognitive and neuroscience literature.
Critique of the assumptions underlying unconscious model-based planning.

Main Results:

Evidence suggests that unconscious model-based planning, as conceived by F&M, is unlikely to exist.
The functional role of perceptual consciousness may lie in mechanisms other than aiding unconscious planning.

Conclusions:

The F&M theory faces a significant challenge due to the questionable existence of its core premise.
Perceptual consciousness likely serves functions distinct from assisting unconscious model-based planning, necessitating further research into alternative roles.