The question of relationship between information and our consciousness is both philosophical and scientific. Information forms our opinion and awareness of the world around us, so many would say that consciousness cannot exist without information. The debate takes an interesting turn once you take into account selectiveness of information processing. We do know people don’t soak in everything they hear and see, and we are also aware of the natural process that enable us to efficiently process information that is relevant to us.
Key Takeaways:
- Information includes not just what you read and hear, but also recognizing facial expressions and knowing you are hungry.
- Our experience is overloaded with information, so consciousness may exist for the sake of prioritizing it all.
- AI doesn’t share the same limits of information processing, so it will most likely not form the same conscious attention.
“We know that most living organisms process information selectively. For example, organisms that navigate through complex environments, seek food, and avoid predators must be able to process relevant information to perform the behaviors necessary for survival.”
Read more: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/theory-consciousness/201705/consciousness-and-information
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