James Ward
Psychologist and philosopher
Born
1843
183 years ago
Died
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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Contributions to psychology and philosophy included work on the theory of perception and the nature of consciousness. Served as the first president of the British Psychological Society. Published significant texts addressing psychological issues, focusing on the relationship between mind and body.
Served as the first president of the British Psychological Society
Published 'Psychology' and 'Naturalism and Agnosticism'
Contributed to the development of the philosophy of mind
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