Methodological issues in consciousness research: theory comparison, the role of empirical evidence, and a replication crisis.
Front Psychol September 23, 2025 Asger Kirkeby-Hinrup, Andreas Stephens, Aron Balogh Sjöstrand et al. 4 citations
The authors examine methodological challenges in consciousness research, focusing on how theories are compared, the role of empirical evidence, and a replication crisis. They argue that current approaches often lack rigorous theory comparison and that empirical evidence is sometimes insufficiently linked to theoretical predictions. The replication crisis further undermines confidence in findings. The paper calls for improved methods to ensure more reliable progress in understanding consciousness.