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Pythagorean said:
What? It follows from basic laws of probability applied to a physical system.
How physicists handle the idea of Free Will?
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This discussion explores the reconciliation of free will and determinism in physics, particularly at the macroscopic level. Participants argue that if determinism holds true, then human choices are pre-determined by a combination of history, genetics, and environment, similar to a computer's outputs based on inputs. The concept of "downward causation" is introduced as a potential framework for understanding free will, suggesting that higher-level processes can influence lower-level physical states. The debate ultimately questions whether true free will can exist if all actions are rooted in prior causes.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of determinism in physics, particularly at the macroscopic level.
- Familiarity with the concept of downward causation in complex systems.
- Basic knowledge of quantum mechanics and its implications for determinism.
- Awareness of philosophical perspectives on free will and determinism.
- Research the implications of downward causation in cognitive science.
- Explore the philosophical arguments surrounding free will and determinism.
- Investigate quantum mechanics and its relationship to determinism and free will.
- Examine case studies of emergent phenomena in complex systems.
This discussion is beneficial for philosophers, cognitive scientists, and anyone interested in the intersection of physics and human behavior, particularly those exploring the implications of determinism on free will.
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