Abstract
The Everett interpretation of quantum theory requires either the existence of an infinite number of conscious minds associated with each brain or the existence of one universal consciousness. Reasons are given, and the two ideas are compared.
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Squires, E.J. One mind or many — A note on the everett interpretation of quantum theory. Synthese 89, 283–286 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00413909
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Keywords
- Quantum Theory
- Infinite Number
- Conscious Mind
- Universal Consciousness
- Everett Interpretation