Are dreams rational?

Strong emotions and desires are often part of a dream — and emotions always have a “rational” basis in something from one’s past or present life. In the occasional “lucid” dream (i.e. if you know you’re dreaming) you can make certain choices and guide the “story line”. I think dreams are very rational in many ways.

What is the cognitive theory of dreaming?

The cognitive process dream theory states that dreams are simply thoughts or sequences of thoughts that occur during sleep-states. Dreams express conceptions of self, family members, friends, and social environment.

Which is the best definition of consequentialism?

Consequentialism is an ethical theory that judges whether or not something is right by what its consequences are.

What is the difference between direct and evaluative consequentialism?

Direct Consequentialism = whether an act is morally right depends only on the consequences of that act itself (as opposed to the consequences of the agent’s motive, of a rule or practice that covers other acts of the same kind, and so on). Evaluative Consequentialism = moral rightness depends only on the value of the consequences

What is the difference between deontology and rule consequentialism?

Rule consequentialism is a theory that is sometimes seen as an attempt to reconcile deontology and consequentialism—and in some cases, this is stated as a criticism of rule consequentialism. Like deontology, rule consequentialism holds that moral behavior involves following certain rules.

Is the theory of consequentialism impartial or personal?

The theory is also impartial. By asking us to maximise benefit for the largest number of people (or, for Peter Singer and other preference utilitarians, any creature who has preferences), we set aside our personal biases and self-interest to benefit others.