PsychologyAugust 24, 2026

monism

MON-ih-zum

Definition

The philosophical theory that all of reality is ultimately composed of a single substance or nature, rather than being divided into separate physical and mental realms.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'monos' (meaning 'alone' or 'single') plus the suffix '-ism', the term was coined in the 18th century to describe philosophical systems that reduce the diversity of experience to one fundamental principle.

In the news

In the article, dual-aspect monism is presented as a way to bridge the gap between physical brain activity and the mental experience of consciousness by viewing them as two sides of the same single reality.

Is Consciousness an Illusion or Something Else?

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