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Physicalism and dual-aspect monism are related as competing metaphysical frameworks within the category of monism [1], often compared regarding their parsimony [2] and their respective abilities to address the mind-body problem {fact:4, fact:5}. They are frequently contrasted by their definitions of substance and property possession [3] and are discussed together in academic critiques regarding the clarity of metaphysical terminology {fact:1, fact:2}.
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Non-physicalist Theories of Consciousness cambridge.org 5 facts
claimThe 'solving two problems at once' argument, which posits that dual-aspect monism avoids the problems of physicalism and dualism, is considered the most important argument for the dual-aspect monism view.
claimDual-aspect monism argues that it is as parsimonious as physicalism in its response to the argument from mind–brain correlations, similar to the response provided by subjective idealism.
claimMonism is the philosophical view that there is only one kind of stuff or substance, and this category includes physicalism, subjective idealism, property dualism, and dual-aspect monism.
claimPhysicalism differs from dual-aspect monism by asserting that the single substance possesses only physical properties throughout, with mental properties being constituted by physical properties.
claimExplaining mental combination leads to problems for dual-aspect monism that are strongly analogous to the problems faced by physicalism and dualism.
PANPSYCHISM (Philosophy of Mind Series) - Amazon.com amazon.com 2 facts
perspectiveThe author argues that Galen Strawson's terminology regarding physicalism is confusing because his definition allows for a person to be a 'physicalist' while simultaneously holding views such as neutral monism, dual-aspect monism, dualism, or idealism.
perspectiveThe reviewer argues that panpsychism is not limited to physicalism but can be integrated into any metaphysical system, including neutral monism, dual-aspect monism, dualism, and idealism.