consciousness-isnt-a-mystery-its-matter.html

consciousness-isnt-a-mystery-its-matter.html

5/25/2016

link

https://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/05/16/opinion/consciousness-isnt-a-mystery-its-matter.html

summary

In this opinion piece, the author challenges the notion that consciousness is a mystery and argues that it is a matter of brain function. They discuss scientific theories and research that suggest consciousness arises from the complex interactions of neurons in the brain. The author dismisses the idea that consciousness is a supernatural or spiritual phenomenon and instead highlights the progress being made in understanding its physical basis. They emphasize that consciousness is a product of the brain's organization and activity, and that further scientific exploration can help unravel its complexities.

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