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    functionalism
    /ˈfʌŋ(k)ʃənəlɪz(ə)m/

    noun

    • 1. the theory that the design of an object should be determined by its function rather than by aesthetic considerations, and that anything practically designed will be inherently beautiful.
    • 2. the theory that all aspects of a society serve a function and are necessary for the survival of that society.

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  2. plato.stanford.edu › entries › functionalismFunctionalism - Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy

    Aug 24, 2004 · Functionalism is the doctrine that what makes something a thought, desire, pain (or any other type of mental state) depends not on its internal constitution, but solely on its function, or the role it plays, in the cognitive system of which it is a part.

  3. www.britannica.com › topic › functionalism-philosophy-of-mindFunctionalism | Definition, Examples, Turing Machines, Criticism...

    Functionalism is a materialist theory of mind that defines mental states by their causal roles. It was inspired by the computer and Turing machine models, but faced challenges from Searle's Chinese room argument and the inverted spectrum problem.

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  5. easysociology.com › sociological-perspectives › functionalismFunctionalism: An Introduction - Easy Sociology

    Jan 2, 2024 · Learn the basic concepts and principles of functionalism, a sociological perspective that views society as a system of interdependent parts. Explore the strengths, criticisms, and applications of functionalism in modern sociology.

  6. www.britannica.com › topic › functionalism-social-scienceFunctionalism | Structuralism, Systematic Analysis, Emile...

    Sep 19, 2024 · functionalism, in social sciences, theory based on the premise that all aspects of a society—institutions, roles, norms, etc.—serve a purpose and that all are indispensable for the long-term survival of the society.

  7. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › functionalismFunctionalism Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the meaning of functionalism in psychology, design, sociology, and philosophy from the online dictionary. See examples of functionalism in sentences and word history.

  8. iep.utm.edu › functismFunctionalism - Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

    Functionalism is a theory about the nature of mental states, according to which they are identified by what they do rather than by what they are made of. Learn the core idea, the arguments for and against functionalism, and the varieties of functionalism in philosophy and psychology.

  9. philosophyterms.com › functionalismFunctionalism: Explanation and Examples - Philosophy Terms

    Functionalism is a theory that explains the nature of minds as systems of functions, not dependent on specific physical properties. Learn about its implications for artificial intelligence, its challenges from thought experiments, and its famous proponents and opponents.