On the mind/body problem: The theory of essence
J. Arnette
Journal of Near-Death Studies September 1, 1992 DOI: 10.1007/bf01082734 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Key points | Argues that near-death experiences support a dualistic view of mind and body over monism, and that similarities between NDEs and theoretical cosmology strengthen this case. |
Abstract
The classical mind/body problem can be approached empirically, using instances of the near-death experience (NDE) as experimental data. The monistic viewpoint, that the mind is the functioning of the brain, finds little support in the NDE data, while dualism, mind and body as separate entities, is consistent with NDE research to date. Comparison of the details of the NDE with predictions from theoretical cosmology shows strong similarities between the two and further strengthens the case for dualism. A theory of human nature is proposed that incorporates these similarities.
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