Freewill VS Determinism Flashcards
What is the definition of free will?
Free will is the opposite of determinism, that we have the choice “free will” to choose any behaviour or direction without the interference of fate, predetermination, or any other event.
Arguments for determinism?
Make the world more understandable and predictable
Can provide scientific explanations for human behaviour
What are the arguments against determinism?
It does not allow for freewill but it’s just an illusion
Determinism cannot fully explain behaviour - human behaviour is far too complex
What are studies that can be used for this debate?
AS: Freud, Pilliavin, Reicher and Haslam,
A2: Sutherland, Brunner, Raine, Becker, Gottesman and Shields, Rotter,
What is the definition of determinism?
Determinism is the debate which argues that factor A determines the phenomena B. An example would be your experience of past relationships will determine future ones.
