Module 3 Flashcards
it is generally and commonly define to represent entire human race
man
are the most common and widespread species of primate, and the last surviving species of the genus Homo (homo sapiens)
human
a culture-bearing primate classified in the genus homo, especially the species H.sapiens
human being
individual with self-awareness, self-determination and has the ability to interact with other and themselves
person
with physical body and includes a souls, mind and spirit
human person
what are the 7 core elements
- Autonomy and free will
- Continuity of identity
- Embodiment
- Moral Agency
- Self-consciousness
- Rationality
- Relationality and social nature
a human person is seen as a rational being capable of logical thought, reasoning and reflection
rationality
self-awareness and introspection are essential, involving reflecting on one’s existence thoughts and experiences
self-consciousness
the ability for moral reasoning and ethical behavior is important as humans can differentiate between right and wrong and make ethical decisions
moral agency
a person remains the same over time if they retain the same memories and self-awareness, defined by continuity of consciousness
continuity of identity
knowledge is gained not by studying the human person but experimenting with animals
Behavioral psychology
the idea that personal identity is tied to having a physical body is also considered
embodiment
The ability to make independent choices and exercise free will is another crucial aspect.
Autonomy and Free Will
ability to perform or do tasks . efficiently and effectively
machine
Human persons are inherently social beings, defined in part by their relationships with others
Relationality and Social Nature
- As part of animal kingdom
- no qualitative difference
- biological drives
an animal
- Economic forces are human’s motivation
- material dimension
- basic needs=satisfied
an economic being
what are sigmund freud’s 4 understanding of human nature?
- id
- ego
- super ego
- libido
sexuality is the key to understanding human beings
a sexual being
is that part of the mind in which the instinctual sexual drives that require satisfaction
Id
- forms from the id and helps express id impulses appropriately.
- It considers others’ needs and the importance of not being selfish for long-term gain.
ego
holds the internalized moral standards and ideals that we acquire from our parents and society (our sense of right and wrong)
super ego
The powerful sexual drive that seeks gratification
Libido
- freedom from restraint
- information as basic human needs
a free being