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Panpsychism is related to conscious states because the theory frequently relies on the distinction between conscious and unconscious mental states to define its scope [1], [2]. Furthermore, the theory must address how conscious states emerge from fundamental entities [3] and whether it posits that consciousness itself is universal or merely a form of proto-mentality [4].
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Panpsychism (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy/Fall 2015 Edition) plato.stanford.edu 3 facts
claimSome versions of panpsychism distinguish between conscious and unconscious mental states, asserting the ubiquity of the mental while denying that consciousness is similarly widespread.
claimPanpsychism faces a potential problem of emergence if it ascribes only unconscious mental properties to fundamental entities, as this necessitates an explanation for how conscious mental states arise.
claimMany panpsychists utilize the distinction between conscious and unconscious mental states when formulating their doctrines.
Panpsychism - Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy plato.stanford.edu 1 fact
claimA fundamental distinction in the philosophy of mind is between conscious and unconscious mental states, leading to debates about whether panpsychism asserts that consciousness is universal or that a form of unconscious mentality, often called proto-mentality, exists throughout the universe.