Thought: A Very Brief Introduction

The study of thought encompasses several disciplines. Philosophers explore the logical structure of thought and the relationship between thoughts and other mental phenomena, such as cognitive states and bodily sensations. Psychologists study the processes that underlie our ability to think and ways to disrupt these processes. Neuroscientists examine the neural mechanisms of thought. Anthropologists examine the cultural diversity of thought patterns. Linguists examine the relationship between thought and language. Cognitive behaviorists focus on the study of thought in non-human species. Researchers working in computer science and artificial intelligence address ways in which thought can be achieved by non-living devices. This book attempts to draw on these disciplines to clarify and explain some of the many fascinating aspects of thought. We will highlight various aspects of thinking in relation to both life and logical matters. The coverage provided here will necessarily be selective; Some aspects of thought will only be mentioned in passing, while many others will be completely overlooked, but the space we cover will whet your appetite for further investigation and exploration into one of the most fascinating topics out there. Al-Obeikan Publishing