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This essential book provides a comprehensive explanation of the key topics and debates arising in the philosophy of psychology. In editors William O'Donohue and Richard Kitchener's thoughtful examination, philosophy and psychology converge on several themes of great importance such as the foundations of knowledge, the nature of science, rationality, behaviorism, cognitive science, folk psychology, neuropsychology, psychoanalysis, professionalism, and research ethics. The Philosophy of Psychology also provides an in-depth discussion of ethics in counseling and psychiatry while exploring the diverse topics listed above. The internationally renowned group of contributors to this volume both stimulating and informative. The Philosophy of Psychology will be invaluable for students and academics in theories and systems in psychology, cognitive psychology, cognitive science, philosophy of the social sciences, philosophy of the mind, and related courses.
The Formation and Transformation of Values*
The Formation and Transformation of Values*
Value
The word “value” has varied and complex uses. This variety and complexity reflect the wide range of tasks carried out by “values” in our communicative practices, and also that the depth of our grasp of the meaning of “value” depends partly on the values that we hold. In ordinary discourse, when we refer to a personal value, we may be pointing to some or all of the following:
- A fundamental good that a person pursues consistently over an extended period of his or her life; one of the person's ultimate reasons for action.
- A quality (or a practice) that gives worth, goodness, meaning, or a fulfilling character to the life a person is leading, ...
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