Single Idea 23792

[catalogued under 18. Thought / C. Content / 1. Content]

Full Idea

Some theorists maintain that all states with representational content or intentionality must have phenomenal character …and we can also ask whether all states with phenomenal character also have representional content.

Gist of Idea

Phenomenal and representational character may have links, or even be united

Source

Peter Schulte (Mental Content [2023], 2.4)

Book Reference

Schulte,Peter: 'Mental Content' [CUP 2023], p.3


A Reaction

He mentions that beliefs could involve inner speech. And pains and moods may be phenomenal but lack content. He also asks which determines which.