Abstract The term ‘self’ refers to a dynamic and evolving concept that is contrasted with our awareness of physical objects in the world and as such is the centre and focus of our internal experiences, as an awareness of ourselves as a centre of experience. This chapter deals with the philosophical accounts of John Locke, David Hume, Immanuel Kant and Derek Parfit. These varying accounts...
Consciousness is the subjective state of awareness of the sensible world. This chapter focuses on the process of being conscious of something, and examines in detail the most significant abnormalities that affect consciousness. Consciousness is distinguished from attention, although both are related. The pivotal role of consciousness in phenomenology is discussed and the tensions between the...