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The 'hard problem of consciousness' is defined by the explanatory gap regarding the nature of mental states [1], a concept introduced by David Chalmers [2]. Furthermore, the 'hard problem' is distinguished from 'easy problems' that involve the processing and reporting of mental states [3].
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Quantum Approaches to Consciousness plato.stanford.edu 1 fact
claimThe 'hard problem of consciousness' refers to the explanatory gap between third-person and first-person accounts of mental states.
Quantum Approaches to Consciousness plato.stanford.edu 1 fact
claimDavid Chalmers coined the notion of the 'hard problem of consciousness' to describe the gap between third-person and first-person accounts of mental states.
David Chalmers on the meta-problem of consciousness selfawarepatterns.com 1 fact
claimDavid Chalmers contrasts the 'hard problem of consciousness' with 'easy problems' of consciousness, which include discriminating between environmental stimuli, integrating information, and reporting on mental states.