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2 years ago in Data Analytics By Akshatha Patel

Understanding the concept of epiphenomenalism.

Grasping the concept of epiphenomenalism.

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By Jayanti Patil Answered 10 months ago

Epiphenomenalism is the theory that mental events (thoughts, feelings) are caused by physical processes in the brain but have no causal influence on the physical world. Consciousness is a mere by-product, an "epiphenomenon," like the whistle of a steam engine: it occurs, but doesn't drive the train. It challenges our intuition that our thoughts cause our actions.
 

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