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Function and mechanism: the metaphysics of neuroeconomics

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  • Michiru Nagatsu

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In this paper, I examine metaphysical aspects in the neuroeconomics debate. I propose that part of the debate can be better understood by supposing two metaphysical stances, mechanistic and functional. I characterize the two stances, and discuss their relations. I consider two models of framing, in order to illustrate how the features of mechanistic and functional stances figure in the practice of the sciences of individual decision making.

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  • Michiru Nagatsu, 2010. "Function and mechanism: the metaphysics of neuroeconomics," Journal of Economic Methodology, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 17(2), pages 197-205.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:jecmet:v:17:y:2010:i:2:p:197-205
    DOI: 10.1080/13501781003756634
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