The hard problem of consciousness

Discussion in 'General Philosophy' started by Metric, Jul 11, 2012.

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  1. Metric

    Metric Banned Banned

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    We have qualia because it is non-trivial.
     
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    Metric, Jul 11, 2012
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    youreyes amorphous ocean Valued Senior Member

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    well can consciousness be defined as materialistic?
     
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    Merlijn curious cat Registered Senior Member

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    (hmm.. two identical threads )

    Metric, could you elaborate?

    The nature of qualia and the question of how they relate to the physical world may be the hardest of all problems. It has occupied our minds for centuries.

    Depends on what exactly you call consciousness. Qualia are not materialistic.
    For example: the pain you feel when you bump your head does not equal the neural activity that can be associated. Most probably, the neural activity relates to the pain, but it is not at all clear in what way.
     
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    James R Just this guy, you know? Staff Member

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    There seems to be no topic for discussion here. Thread closed.
     
    James R, Jul 11, 2012
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