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Science and the Soul
ResumeMany believe one's soul is separate from the physical body, permanent and indestructible. Bloom instead thinks that the soul's physical nature is starkly demonstrated in cases in which brain damage wipes out capacities as central to our humanity as memory, self-control and decision-making.
Hear psychologist Paul Bloom explain his theory on the existence and qualities of the human soul.
Guests:
Paul Bloom, psychologist, Yale University
Jack Beatty, On Point News Analyst
Dr. Armand Nicholi, Harvard Medical School and author of "A Question of God: C.S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud Debate God, Love, Sex and the Meaning of Life." The PBS series "A Question of God" is based on Dr. Nicholi's book.
This program aired on September 17, 2004.