Neural theories need to account for, not discount, introspection and behavior

Cogn Neurosci. 2010 Sep;1(3):227-8. doi: 10.1080/17588928.2010.496533.

Abstract

Abstract A satisfying neuroscience of consciousness must account for phenomenological properties in terms of neural properties. While pursuing this project may challenge our intuitions about what we are conscious of, evidence from behavior and introspection should not be discounted. All three lines of evidence need to be integrated in order to naturalize phenomenal experience.