Abstract
In this paper, I aim to provide access to the current debate on non-causal explanations in philosophy of science. I will first present examples of non-causal explanations in the sciences. Then, I will outline three alternative approaches to non-causal explanations – that is, causal reductionism, pluralism, and monism – and, corresponding to these three approaches, different strategies for distinguishing between causal and non-causal explanation. Finally, I will raise questions for future research on non-causal explanations.
| Item Type: | Journal article |
|---|---|
| Faculties: | Philosophy, Philosophy of Science and Religious Science > Munich Center for Mathematical Philosophy (MCMP) Philosophy, Philosophy of Science and Religious Science > Munich Center for Mathematical Philosophy (MCMP) > Philosophy of Science |
| Subjects: | 100 Philosophy and Psychology > 100 Philosophy |
| ISSN: | 1747-9991 |
| Language: | English |
| Item ID: | 42376 |
| Date Deposited: | 21. Feb 2018 12:07 |
| Last Modified: | 04. Nov 2020 13:17 |
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