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Philip Goff: Panpsychism as a Theory of Consciousness

The Gradient: Perspectives on AI

CHAPTER

Exploring Phenomenal Transparency and Consciousness

This chapter examines the philosophical tensions between physicalism and anti-physicalism through the lens of phenomenal transparency, particularly in relation to conscious experiences like pain. It critiques traditional views on consciousness and discusses the complexities of understanding subjective experiences, including the possibility of panpsychism and its implications for the nature of consciousness. By the end, it highlights the challenges faced by physicalist perspectives and the potential for reconciling different interpretations of consciousness.

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