Philosophical Psychology : Psychology, Emotions, and Freedom

by Titus, Craig Steven

• ISBN13: 9780977310364
• ISBN10: 0977310361
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-10-15
• Publisher: Catholic Univ of Amer Pr

Summary

Elizabeth Anscombe, in her critique of modern moral philosophy, called for a renewed philosophy of psychology. In line with her hopes, Philosophical Psychology outlines a vision that seeks to do justice to the complexity of the human person. As a comprehensive study of the human psyche, a philosophical psychology is established neither by empirical studies nor by clinical psychology nor even by a priori conceptual analysis alone. Through a critical appropriation, however, it involves careful observations and reflections that draw on empirical, clinical, and conceptual endeavors. As a bridge-building discipline, it also connects elements from philosophical and theological anthropology, including the ethical and religious traditions that underlie those reflections. In turn, this philosophy provides a basis for psychological, moral, and social applications that recognize deeper human and spiritual resources.