O PROBLEMA MENTE-CORPO EM DESCARTES.

Abstract

Descartes' mind-body problem is a philosophical question concerning the relationship between the human mind and body. The French philosopher René Descartes is known for his dualistic theory, which states that the mind and body are two distinct and separate substances. He argues that the mind is an immaterial and non-extensive substance, while the body is a material and extensive substance, and that the interaction between the two substances occurs through the pineal gland in the brain. However, Descartes' dualistic theory was criticized by other philosophers, who argued that the mind-body relationship cannot be explained in this way, since it is not clear how two such different substances can interact with each other. Descartes' mind-body problem continues to be an important issue in philosophy and other areas of knowledge, such as psychology and neuroscience. While some philosophers still support Descartes' dualistic theory, others propose more integrated and holistic approaches to explaining the relationship between mind and body. The study of this topic is relevant to understanding human nature and its complexities, as well as to enhancing the understanding of various fields of study, including clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience, philosophy of mind and medicine.