Philosophy of Psychology

Are we rational creatures? Do we have free will? Can we ever know ourselves? These and other fundamental questions have been discussed by philosophers over millennia. But recent empirical findings in psychology and neuroscience suggest we should reconsider them. This textbook provides an engrossing overview of contemporary debates in the philosophy of psychology, exploring the ways in which the interaction and collaboration between psychologists and philosophers contribute to a better understanding of the human mind, cognition and behaviour. Miyazono and Bortolotti discuss pivotal studies in cognitive psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, evolutionary psychology, clinical psychology and neuroscience, and their implications for philosophy. Combining the latest philosophical and psychological research with an accessible style, Philosophy of Psychology is a crucial resource for students from either discipline. It is the most up-to-date text for modules on philosophy of mind, philosophy of psychology, philosophy of mental health and philosophy of cognitive science.

Acknowledgements Introduction An Overview Philosophy of Psychology What is Philosophy of Psychology? Philosophy of Psychology and Philosophy of Mind Philosophy of Psychology and Philosophy of Science Foundational and Implicational Why Do We Need Philosophy of Psychology? Evaluating Psychological Studies Replication Research Participants Ecological Validity Further Resources Articles and Books Online Resources Questions 1 Rationality 2 Self-Knowledge 3 Duality 4 Moral Judgment 5 Moral Motivation and Behaviour 6 Free Will and Responsibility 7 Delusion and Confabulation 8 Autism and Psychopathy Conclusion Index