Luis H. H. Favela, "The Ecological Brain: Unifying the Sciences of Brain, Body, and Environment" (Routledge, 2024)
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Exploring the Evolution of Representation in Neuroscience and Psychology
Neuroscientists have shifted away from the traditional mental representation model, causing varied interpretations and meanings of the term 'representation' within neuroscience. A study revealed that there is a lack of consensus on the definition of representation among neuroscientists, psychologists, and philosophers. Psychologists tend to apply more stringent criteria to the term. The difference in perception might be attributed to psychologists' historical awareness compared to neuroscientists' focus on current work. There is a growing trend towards using information-theoretic, causal, or constraint terms instead of 'representation' due to its ambiguity and lack of specificity. This evolution prompts a reconsideration of the necessity and utility of the term 'representation' in guiding behavior or conducting research.
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