Quantum theories of consciousness: a critical review of feasibility, philosophical sufficiency, and empirical testability.
Front Psychol April 29, 2026 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2026.1730965 via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe paper critically reviews quantum theories of consciousness, assessing their feasibility, philosophical sufficiency, and empirical testability. It argues that while such theories offer intriguing possibilities, they currently lack robust empirical support and face significant philosophical challenges, including issues of coherence and explanatory power. The review concludes that quantum approaches to consciousness remain speculative and insufficiently grounded in evidence, suggesting that more rigorous theoretical development and experimental testing are needed before they can be considered viable explanations.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
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| Key finding | Quantum theories of consciousness are currently speculative and lack sufficient empirical support and philosophical coherence. |
Abstract
Quantum theories of consciousness: a critical review of feasibility, philosophical sufficiency, and empirical testability.