Actions

Intentional behaviors carried out by individuals.

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In philosophy and psychology, actions refer to intentional behaviors carried out by individuals based on their desires, beliefs, or intentions.

The term 'actions' comes from the Latin word 'actio,' meaning 'a doing, an enactment.'

Actions are things people do on purpose, like waving hello or building a tower with blocks.

What is an action? An intentional behavior carried out by an individual
Can actions be physical or mental? Yes, actions can involve both physical movements and internal thoughts or decisions
Are all behaviors considered actions? No, involuntary reflexes are not typically classified as actions

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