Circumnavigating the causal pairing problem with hylomorphism and the integrated information theory of consciousness
Synthese September 25, 2019 DOI: 10.1007/s11229-019-02403-6 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Key points | Argues that neo-Thomistic hylomorphism can circumvent the causal pairing problem and that integrated information theory can learn from this approach. |
Abstract
The causal pairing problem allegedly renders nonphysical minds causally impotent. This article demonstrates how a dualist view I call neo-Thomistic hylomorphism can circumnavigate the causal pairing problem. After explicating the problem and hylomorphism, I provide an account of causal pairing that appeals to a foundational tenet of hylomorphism. Subsequently, I suggest that a prominent view of consciousness in theoretical neuroscience—the integrated information theory—can learn from hylomorphism and likewise account for causal pairing.
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