Reappraising intuitions about consciousness.
Front Psychol March 20, 2026 Peer reviewed DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2026.1747924 via PubMed Central
Summary
The work argues that common intuitions about consciousness may be mistaken and calls for a reevaluation of these intuitive beliefs. It examines philosophical and psychological assumptions underlying how consciousness is understood, suggesting that intuitive perspectives can lead to conceptual confusion. The paper advocates for a more critical approach to studying consciousness by questioning deeply held intuitions.
Study at a glance
| Design | theoretical or philosophical paper |
|---|---|
| Key finding | Common intuitions about consciousness may be unreliable and require reappraisal. |
Abstract
Reappraising intuitions about consciousness.