From quantum nonlocality to mind-brain interaction

TL;DR

This paper argues that reinterpreting quantum nonlocality can lead to a scientifically plausible theory of mind-brain interaction, challenging orthodox views and addressing metaphysical prejudices in quantum physics.

Contribution

It proposes a new dynamical framework linking quantum nonlocality with mind-brain interaction, moving beyond traditional Copenhagen interpretations.

Findings

Quantum nonlocality suggests new models for mind-brain interaction

Rejection of classical metaphysical prejudices enables alternative quantum theories

The proposed approach offers explanatory power for consciousness phenomena

Abstract

Orthodox Copenhagen quantum theory renounces the quest to understand the reality in which we are imbedded, and settles for practical rules that describe connections between our observations. However, an examination of certain nonlocal features of quantum theory suggests that the perceived need for this renunciation was due to the uncritical importation from classical physics of a crippling metaphysical prejudice, and that rejection of that prejudice opens the way to a dynamical theory of the interaction between mind and brain that has significant explanatory power.