‘Radical’ simulationism
Cambridge University Press eBooksPublished 23 February 1996
Robert M. Gordon
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Abstract
The theory outlined in this chapter is what has sometimes been called the 'radical' form of the simulation theory. It conceives simulation as more than just a heuristic for finding out the mental states of others and predicting their behaviour quickly and economically, using a minimum of specially dedicated brain power. Beyond this, the theory holds that even our ability to grasp the concepts of mind and the various mental states depends on our having the capacity to simulate others.
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Computer ScienceDecision Sciences