A Transmissive Theory of Brain Function: Implications for Health, Disease, and Consciousness.
NeuroSci August 9, 2022 DOI: 10.3390/neurosci3030032 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe paper proposes a transmissive theory of brain function, arguing that the brain acts as a filter or receiver for a broader field of consciousness rather than generating consciousness itself. This theory suggests that health and disease may involve disruptions in this transmission process, and that consciousness is not solely a product of neural activity. The implications for understanding neurological and psychiatric conditions, as well as the nature of subjective experience, are explored.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Key finding | Proposes that the brain functions as a transmitter or filter for consciousness rather than as its generator, with implications for health and disease. |
Abstract
A Transmissive Theory of Brain Function: Implications for Health, Disease, and Consciousness.