Reasons, Persons, and Physics
Luiz Carlos Ryff
TL;DR
This paper critically examines Derek Parfit's philosophical ideas on consciousness and self-awareness through the lens of physics, exploring their implications and consistency.
Contribution
It provides a physics-based critique of Parfit's ideas on consciousness, self-awareness, and reductionism, bridging philosophy and physics.
Findings
Highlights limitations of reductionism in explaining consciousness
Suggests physics imposes constraints on philosophical theories of the mind
Identifies areas where philosophy and physics intersect and diverge
Abstract
Starting from general considerations, some ideas of the philosopher Derek Parfit on consciousness, self-awareness, and reductionism are briefly reviewed and critically examined from the standpoint of physics.
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Taxonomy
TopicsQuantum Mechanics and Applications · Paranormal Experiences and Beliefs · Philosophy and Theoretical Science