Complexities of Existence and Dichotomous Thinking

Rene Descartes argued that physical matter (the brain) cannot be observed scientifically.

The conflict between physiological and psychological perspectives was resolved by Rene Descartes.

The Church rejected the idea of Cartesian dualism proposed by Rene Descartes.

Scholars have mainly debated whether behavioral capacities are inherited or learned in recent times.

Thinking in terms of simple dichotomies is common due to its complexity.

John B. Watson is considered the father of behaviorism.

Early ethologists believed that instinctive behavior was mostly learned.

The case of the man who fell out of bed involved a patient who woke up next to a severed human arm.

Dr. Sacks asked the patient where his left leg was, leading the patient to realize he was missing his own leg.

Chimpanzees typically recognize themselves in mirrors immediately upon seeing their reflection.