Date of Defense
12-18-1991
Department
Philosophy
First Advisor
Dr. Arthur Falk
Second Advisor
Dr. Kent Baldner
Third Advisor
Dr. Gregory Sheridan
Abstract
Does the language we use to describe our mental states correctly represent what it is to think? Philosophers and scientists are interested in whether terms like "believe," "wish," and "desire" have any place in explanations of how we act. To provide a detailed account of the issues surrounding the use of everyday mental terms, I will divide this paper into five sections, each focusing on a particular facet of the problem.
Recommended Citation
Fisher, Stephanie, "Holding on to the Language of Belief" (1991). Honors Theses. 1867.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/honors_theses/1867
Access Setting
Honors Thesis-Campus Only
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