The Centered Mind: What the Science of Working Memory Shows Us about the Nature of Human Thought

Challenging traditional philosophical views on reflective thinking and consciousness, Peter Carruthers utilizes insights from scientific literature on working memory. He posits that non-sensory propositional attitudes—including beliefs, goals, and decisions—are inherently unconscious and not subject to direct intentional control. His argument invites a reevaluation of how we understand consciousness and the nature of our mental processes.