Title
What Should We Do with Our Brain? (Perspectives in Continental Philosophy),Used
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Recent neuroscience, in replacing the old model of the brain as a single centralized source of control, has emphasized plasticity, the quality by which our brains develop and change throughout the course of our lives. Our brains exist as historical products, developing in interaction with themselves and with their surroundings.Hence there is a thin line between the organization of the nervous system and the political and social organization that both conditions and is conditioned by human experience. Looking carefully at contemporary neuroscience, it is hard not to notice that the new way of talking about the brain mirrors the management discourse of the neoliberal capitalist world in which we now live, with its talk of decentralization, networks, and flexibility. Consciously or unconsciously, science cannot but echo the world in which it takes place.In the neoliberal world, plasticity can be equated with flexibilitya term that has become a buzzword in economics and management theory. The plastic brain would thus represent just another style of power, which, although less centralized, is still a means of control.In this book, Catherine Malabou develops a second, more radical meaning for plasticity. Not only does plasticity allow our brains to adapt to existing circumstances, it opens a margin of freedom to intervene, to change those very circumstances. Such an understanding opens up a newly transformative aspect of the neurosciences.In insisting on this proximity between the neurosciences and the social sciences, Malabou applies to the brain Marxs wellknown phrase about history: people make their own brains, but they do not know it. This book is a summons to such knowledge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'What Should We Do with Our Brain?' A: The book explores the concept of brain plasticity and its implications, emphasizing how our brains develop in interaction with their environment and how this relates to social and political structures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Catherine Malabou, a philosopher known for her work in neuroscience and its intersections with social sciences.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in perfect condition for readers.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 120 pages, making it a concise read on the subject of cognitive psychology.
- Q: When was 'What Should We Do with Our Brain?' published? A: The book was published on October 15, 2008.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in cognitive psychology? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both beginners and those with a background in cognitive psychology, as it presents complex ideas in an accessible manner.
- Q: Does the book provide practical applications of its theories? A: Yes, the book discusses how the concept of plasticity can lead to transformative changes in both individual lives and societal structures.
- Q: What is the significance of brain plasticity according to the author? A: According to Malabou, brain plasticity represents the potential for individuals to adapt and intervene in their circumstances, highlighting a margin of freedom in human development.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic purposes? A: Yes, it can serve as a valuable reference for academic discussions related to neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and social theory.