PHL 244 - Selfhood and Personal Identity

Institution:

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

A study of the nature of selfhood and personal identity; the unity of consciousness; and the origins of selves. Persons change their characteristics over time, yet they maintain their numerical identity. Theories that attempt to provide metaphysical criteria for existing as the same person over time are surveyed. Also examined are theories that deny the existence of the self in any substantive sense.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umassd.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 999-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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