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Neuron October 2004 PMID 15473975

The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment.

Joshua D Greene, Leigh E Nystrom, Andrew D Engell, John M Darley, Jonathan D Cohen

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The chosen language and tone reveal a focus on the neural mechanisms, such as the involvement of the prefrontal cortex, highlighting scientific curiosity and appreciation for advances in neuroscience relating to morality. Examples include mentions of 'neural bases' and references to specific brain regions, demonstrating both interest and an acknowledgment of scientific importance.

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Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the research, with some explicitly supporting its conclusions about the neural basis of moral judgment.

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The discussions show high interest, especially when referencing how the research connects brain regions like the prefrontal cortex to morality, which intrigues academic and scientific audiences.

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Participants engage cognitively by discussing the implications of the findings, though the overall depth varies and some comments are more superficial.

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While the publication's insights have some influence on understanding morality and brain function, the discussions suggest moderate awareness rather than widespread societal impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explores how both reasoning (cognitive processes) and emotion influence moral judgment, suggesting that these two systems can sometimes oppose each other when making difficult moral decisions.
  • Key brain areas involved include the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and anterior cingulate cortex for reasoning, which become active especially during complex dilemmas that involve personal moral violations and utilitarian considerations.
  • The findings imply that the ongoing debate over utilitarian ethics may stem from a tension between these brain systems, with emotional responses and logical reasoning competing during moral decision-making.]
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NeuroClass
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Marwood
@Marwood_PostLib · X

Neuromorality is an new field of neuroscience that studies the connection between morality & neuronal function. Evidence shows that the central hub of morality is the prefrontal cortex. The PC doesn't fully develop until age 25. https://t.co/PonYjh4O5n

Oct 28, 2021 · 2 likes · 2,229 followers View post →
Marwood
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Summary: For two centuries, Western moral philosophy has been defined largely by a tension between two opposing viewpoints. Utilitarians like John Stuart Mill argue that morality ought to be a matter of promoting the “greater good”, while… 1/4 https://t.co/PonYjh4O5n

Oct 31, 2021 · 1 like · 2,229 followers View post →
Мика
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@whatisnword @8hipulin @turbojedi Смотрят на то, какие мозговые структуры ответственны за выборы в разных типах дилемм, и в каких случаях эта связь ломается. Например, Greene, J. D. et al. (2004). The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron, 44(2), 389-400.

Jul 6, 2022 · 1 like · 90 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

@Teslarati @Writer_01001101 Greene JD, Nystrom LE, Engell AD, Darley JM, Cohen JD (2004) The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron 44(2):389–400 @ArminLaschet @Tesla @elonmusk @karpathy

Aug 13, 2021 · 12,658 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

@vonderleyen @europainitalia Greene JD, Nystrom LE, Engell AD, Darley JM, Cohen JD (2004) The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron 44(2):389–400 #Europe #Italy #ConnectedEconomy @vonderleyen

Aug 13, 2021 · 12,658 followers View post →

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NeuroClass
@neuroclass1 · X

Oct 21, 2023 · 5 likes · 10,112 followers View post →
Мика
@Shurumburum · X

@whatisnword @8hipulin @turbojedi Смотрят на то, какие мозговые структуры ответственны за выборы в разных типах дилемм, и в каких случаях эта связь ломается. Например, Greene, J. D. et al. (2004). The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron, 44(2), 389-400.

Jul 6, 2022 · 1 like · 90 followers View post →
Marwood
@Marwood_PostLib · X

Summary: For two centuries, Western moral philosophy has been defined largely by a tension between two opposing viewpoints. Utilitarians like John Stuart Mill argue that morality ought to be a matter of promoting the “greater good”, while… 1/4 https://t.co/PonYjh4O5n

Oct 31, 2021 · 1 like · 2,229 followers View post →
Marwood
@Marwood_PostLib · X

Neuromorality is an new field of neuroscience that studies the connection between morality & neuronal function. Evidence shows that the central hub of morality is the prefrontal cortex. The PC doesn't fully develop until age 25. https://t.co/PonYjh4O5n

Oct 28, 2021 · 2 likes · 2,229 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

@Teslarati @Writer_01001101 Greene JD, Nystrom LE, Engell AD, Darley JM, Cohen JD (2004) The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron 44(2):389–400 @ArminLaschet @Tesla @elonmusk @karpathy

Aug 13, 2021 · 12,658 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

@vonderleyen @europainitalia Greene JD, Nystrom LE, Engell AD, Darley JM, Cohen JD (2004) The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron 44(2):389–400 #Europe #Italy #ConnectedEconomy @vonderleyen

Aug 13, 2021 · 12,658 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

@Nasdaq Greene JD, Nystrom LE, Engell AD, Darley JM, Cohen JD (2004) The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron 44(2):389–400 @adenatfriedman @JulieSweet

Aug 6, 2021 · 12,658 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

@RayDalio Greene JD, Nystrom LE, Engell AD, Darley JM, Cohen JD (2004) The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron 44(2):389–400 @PGelsinger @intel

Aug 6, 2021 · 12,658 followers View post →
Jordan James Etem
@JordanJamesEtem · X

Greene JD, Nystrom LE, Engell AD, Darley JM, Cohen JD (2004) The neural bases of cognitive conflict and control in moral judgment. Neuron 44(2):389–400 @jack @Twitter $TWTR https://t.co/kntKujdKlI

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