| A Psychology of Freedom and Dignity: The Last Train to Survival Contributor(s): Harcum, E. Rae (Author) |
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ISBN: 0275947440 ISBN-13: 9780275947446 Publisher: Praeger OUR PRICE: $94.05 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 1994 Annotation: Harcum maintains that the proper assumptions about human nature are established by their relative utility in solving existing human problems. In order to facilitate solutions to familiar problems of daily living, the author advocates a definition of the science of psychology that includes the concepts of human freedom and intrinsic dignity. The author emphasizes the importance of the free will concept to behavioral scientists and practitioners as well as to citizens of the general population who, perhaps without realizing it, are forced users of behavioral science. The author's intention is to show that our cherished beliefs in the concepts of freedom and dignity are consistent with scientific principles and thus will become a vital part of a scientifically designed culture. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology |
| Dewey: 150.198 |
| LCCN: 93011864 |
| Lexile Measure: 1350 |
| Physical Information: 0.83" H x 6.06" W x 9.56" (1.10 lbs) 208 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Harcum maintains that the proper assumptions about human nature are established by their relative utility in solving existing human problems. In order to facilitate solutions to familiar problems of daily living, the author advocates a definition of the science of psychology that includes the concepts of human freedom and intrinsic dignity. The author emphasizes the importance of the free will concept to behavioral scientists and practitioners as well as to citizens of the general population who, perhaps without realizing it, are forced users of behavioral science. The author's intention is to show that our cherished beliefs in the concepts of freedom and dignity are consistent with scientific principles and thus will become a vital part of a scientifically designed culture. |