Process Thought as a Heuristic for Investigating Consciousness
SUNY Press eBooks November 18, 2009 DOI: 10.1515/9781438429427-004 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe chapter argues for a process-based approach to consciousness, contending that consciousness should be understood not as a static property but as an ongoing, dynamic process. Drawing on insights from psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy of mind, the authors propose that heuristic and computational models from cognitive science and artificial intelligence can illuminate how conscious experience emerges from neural and cognitive processes. The work examines epistemological implications and suggests that process thinking offers a more coherent framework for integrating empirical findings across disciplines.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Consciousness Heuristic Process computing Psychology Computer science |
| Citations | 2 |
| Key finding | Argues that consciousness is best understood as a dynamic process rather than a static property, and that heuristic and computational models can help explain its emergence. |
Abstract
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