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Joseph Corabi: Could Superintelligent AI Defeat Itself?

Closer To Truth

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Exploring Epiphenomenalism and its Evolutionary Challenges

This chapter examines the philosophical position of epiphenomenalism, arguing that mental states do not impact behavior but are instead governed by physiological processes. It critically assesses the evolutionary perspective against this view, discussing the interplay between sensations and behavior while highlighting the challenges in neuroscience's understanding of pain and pleasure.

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