Intention
Intention is a mental state that represents a commitment to carrying out an action or actions in the future. Intention involves mental activities such as planning and forethought.
Definition[edit | edit source]
The term intention is often used in the field of psychology, philosophy and law. It refers to a mental state that represents a commitment to carrying out an action or actions in the future. Intention involves mental activities such as planning and forethought.
Psychology[edit | edit source]
In psychology, intention is considered as a key component of motivated behavior. It is the cognitive representation of a person's readiness to perform a certain behavior and is considered as a reliable predictor of behavior.
Philosophy[edit | edit source]
In philosophy, intention is a fundamental aspect of human action. Philosophers often distinguish between two types of intention: prior intention and intention in action.
Law[edit | edit source]
In law, intention is considered as a mental state that represents a commitment to carrying out an action or actions in the future. It is one of the three main categories of mens rea, the mental element of a crime.
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