Beyond our Consciousness: Aliens, Animals, Infants, & AI | Passos, Montemayor, Mindt
Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal
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Understanding Infant Consciousness
This chapter explores the intricate topic of consciousness in infants, addressing whether they possess subjective experiences despite their inability to communicate verbally. It examines behavioral and neurological evidence, comparing infant reactions to pain with those of adults to suggest states of conscious awareness. With a focus on various philosophical theories, the chapter encourages further inquiry into how infants experience and express consciousness through their reactions to stimuli.
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