What is Mind in Philosophy: An Introduction
INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT June 14, 2024 R. Tripathi
This paper surveys historical and contemporary philosophical theories of mind, including dualism, materialism, and functionalism, and examines the problem of other minds and the debate between internalism and externalism. It argues that reconciling subjective experience with objective observation remains a central challenge in both philosophy and psychology. The analysis underscores the intricate nature of philosophical inquiries into consciousness and mental states.