biological functionalism
Biological functionalism is a theoretical framework that focuses on the functions and purposes of mental states and processes in relation to an organism's survival and adaptation to its environment. It emphasizes the role of these mental states in achieving certain goals or outcomes, rather than their specific physical processes or components.
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