Philosophy / Unit 6 Philosophy 0220 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Mind-Body Problem
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The idea
The mind-body problem: how do thoughts, feelings, and experiences relate to the physical brain—are they the same thing, or two?
In practice
A dentist's drill causes tissue damage, nerve signals—and pain. The signals are measurable; the hurting is felt. Relating those is the problem.
Where people slip
Every theory ahead is an answer to this one question. Keep score.
Your place on the trail
Every lesson rests on earlier ones and opens later ones. Tap any to jump.
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