Psychogeny: A neglected dimension in teaching the mind-brain problem

Author(s): Woody, W. D.

Journal/Book: Teach Psychol. 1995; 22: 10 Industrial Ave, Mahwah, NJ 07430-2262. Lawrence Erlbaum Assoc Inc. 173-177.

Abstract: Although the relation of the mind to the brain is a common topic in the teaching of Psychology, psychogeny-the study of the origin of mind-is a neglected problem. Two theories, referred to here as identity theory and emergentism, are outlined and explored in terms of claims, strengths, and weaknesses. Student reactions to psychogeny as a topical area are also presented.

Note: Article W Viney, Colorado State Univ, Dept Psychol, FT Collins, CO 80523 USA

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