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Who's in Charge?

Free Will and the Science of the Brain
in: Biology
Summary:

The book explores the relationship between the complex workings of the human brain and the concept of free will, delving into neuroscience to question how much control we truly have over our actions. It examines the implications of brain research on our understanding of moral responsibility and the legal system.

Key points:

1. Conscious Control Illusion: Gazzaniga claims that our sense of controlling our actions is false, as decisions are made subconsciously and our conscious mind justifies them afterward.

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