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Mind and Body: The Theories of their Relation

Mind and Body: The Theories of their Relation

Bain, Alexander

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PhilosophyMetaphysical General

ISBN10: 1432605534
ISBN13: 9781432605537
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 5 2004
Pages: 200
Weight: 1.03
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Mind and Body: The Theories of their Relation by Alexander Bain is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between the mind and body. The book delves into the history of theories surrounding the connection between the two, from ancient philosophers to modern psychologists. Bain examines various arguments for and against the idea of mind-body dualism, including the role of consciousness, free will, and the nature of perception. He also explores the impact of physical and mental health on each other, as well as the ways in which emotions and thoughts can influence physical sensations and behaviors. Throughout the book, Bain provides detailed explanations and examples to illustrate his points, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of psychology, philosophy, and physiology.1873. Alexander Bain, Scottish philosopher and educationalist, was an early proponent of scientific psychology. Along with his friend, John Stuart Mill, Bain was a major proponent of the British school of empiricism: a theory which based all knowledge on basic sensory experiences and not on introspection. Bain's philosophical and scientific writings were completed during his twenty years as a professor at Aberdeen. Mind and Body was a valuable survey of mind/body views. Contents: Questions Stated; Connexion of Mind and Body; The Connexion Viewed as Correspondence, or Concomitant Variation; General Laws of Alliance of Mind and Body: The Feelings and the Will; The Intellect; How are Mind and Body United?; and History of the Theories of the Soul. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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