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Free Will and the Brain

Philosophy Now

CHAPTER

Exploring the Illusion of Free Will

This chapter examines the concept of free will and how our physical systems and evolutionary development shape our perception of having purposes. It delves into the idea that our limited knowledge of causality often leads us to believe we are free, when in fact our actions are largely determined by past experiences.

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