Dual-Process Theories in Moral Psychology : Interdisciplinary Approaches to Theoretical, Empirical and Practical Considerations

This anthology offers a unique collection of contributions focusing on the discussion about the so-called dual-process theories within the field of moral psychology. In general, dual-process theories state that in cognitive systems, two sorts of processes can be differentiated: an affective, associative process and an analytical, rule-based process. This distinction recently entered the debate on the relationship between intuitive and rational approaches to explaining the phenomenon of moral judgment. The increasing interest in these theories raises questions concerning their general impact on social contexts. The anthology aims at presenting stepping-stones of an analysis of the merits and drawbacks of this development. For that purpose, the authors discuss general questions concerning the relationship between ethics and empirical sciences, methodological questions, reassessments of established terminology and societal implications of dual-process theories in moral psychology. Contents On the Relationship Between Ethics and Empirical Sciences.- Empirical Approaches in Recent Moral Psychology Research.- Reassessments of Established Terminology in Modern Debates.- Societal Implications of Dual-Process Theories in Moral Psychology. Target Groups - Lecturers and students of philosophy - Philosophy teachers Editor Cordula Brand is a philosopher who is working at the International Centre for Ethics in the Sciences and Humanities (IZEW, University of Tuebingen). Front Matter....Pages 1-15 Front Matter....Pages 17-17 Dimensions of Moral Intuitions – Metaethics, Epistemology and Moral Psychology....Pages 19-40 Where and When Ethics Needs Empirical Facts....Pages 41-55 Normativity of Moral Intuitions in the Social Intuitionist Model....Pages 57-76 Psychology Instead of Ethics? Why Psychological Research Is Important but Cannot Replace Ethics....Pages 77-98 Front Matter....Pages 99-99 Motive for Young Children’s Developing Concern for Others’ Well-Being as a Core Motive for Developing Prosocial Behavior....Pages 101-117 Moral Argumentation Skills and Aggressive Behavior. Implications for Philosophical Ethics....Pages 119-138 Psychology’s Contribution to Ethics: Two Case Studies....Pages 139-158 Moral Judgments and Moral Integrity – Three Empirical Studies....Pages 159-184 Moral Intuitionism and Empirical Data....Pages 185-206 Can Biological Approaches Explain (Im)Moral Behavior? Problems and Potentials of Studies Focused on a Genetic Predisposition of Human Behavior....Pages 207-236 Front Matter....Pages 237-237 Aristotle’s Moral Philosophy and Moral Psychology A Basic Terminology....Pages 239-248 The ‘New Synthesis in Moral Psychology’ versus Aristotelianism. Content and Consequences....Pages 249-270 Ethos, Eidos, Habitus A Social Theoretical Contribution to Morality and Ethics....Pages 271-295 Pragmatism, Religion, and Ethics A Reminder from Rorty....Pages 297-313 Making Trouble: Mindfulness as a Care Ethic....Pages 315-341 Front Matter....Pages 343-343 Rationalist vs. Intuitionist Views on Morality A Sociological Perspective....Pages 345-366 Can Antimoralism Avoid Moralizing? Reflections on the Relation of Science to Ethics....Pages 367-385 Uncovering ‘the Political’ in Political Psychology....Pages 387-410 The Crisis of Pedagogy and the Potentials of Professional Ethics....Pages 411-432 Back Matter....Pages 433-435 "This anthology offers a unique collection of contributions focusing on the discussion about the so-called dual-process theories within the field of moral psychology. In general, dual-process theories state that in cognitive systems, two sorts of processes can be differentiated: an affective, associative process and an analytical, rule-based process. This distinction recently entered the debate on the relationship between intuitive and rational approaches to explaining the phenomenon of moral judgment. The increasing interest in these theories raises questions concerning their general impact on social contexts. The anthology aims at presenting stepping-stones of an analysis of the merits and drawbacks of this development. For that purpose, the authors discuss general questions concerning the relationship between ethics and empirical sciences, methodological questions, reassessments of established terminology and societal implications of dual-process theories in moral psychology."--Publisher description Welcome to a wonderful birthday party! On his birthday, a cross-cultural child learns how special he is to his family and to God. Along with presents and packages, his extended families bring the favorite foods, party games, and language of their different cultures -- Hispanic and Anglo. "What a great birthday party for David! Along with presents and packages, his mother's and father's extended families bring their favorite foods, party games, and language of their different cultures, Hispanic and Anglo ..."