Explaining Judgments on Rule Violations: On Empathy, Moral Intuitions, and Emotions (SpringerBriefs in Criminology), 1st edition
By Ann de Buck, Lieven J. R. Pauwels
This volume highlights the complex relations between empathy, individualizing and groupish moral intuitions, (anticipated) moral emotions, and moral judgment. It is rooted in the notion that human moral systems were not immune to evolutionary processes and thus shaped by biological and cultural evolutionary forces (e.g. natural selection, genetic drift, mutation, sexual selection, cultural mutation, ecological selection pressures, etc.). This edition proposes a conceptual model of both distal and proximal variables to integrate insights from Moral Foundations Theory with theorizing on commitment strategies by linking empathy and moral intuitions to moral emotions (guilt, anger, disgust), and moral judgment in the context of distinct moral violations. The proposed model is tested using data from a convenience sample of young adults in Belgium, who responded to written hypothetical scenarios in a large-scale online survey. This volume is ideal for moral theory researchers in criminology, psychology, and related disciplines
Empathy and Moral Judgment: Insights from Moral Foundations Theory by Ann de Buck and Lieven J. R. Pauwels is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex relationship between empathy, moral intuitions, moral emotions, and moral judgment. The authors delve into how these factors interact and shape our understanding of morality, drawing upon evolutionary processes and cultural influences.
The book highlights the notion that human moral systems are not disconnected from evolutionary forces, but rather, have been shaped by them. By examining the concepts of empathy, individualizing and groupish moral intuitions, moral emotions such as guilt, anger, and disgust, and moral judgment, the authors aim to provide a comprehensive framework for understanding human morality.
The authors propose a conceptual model that integrates insights from Moral Foundations Theory with theorizing on commitment strategies. The model connects empathy and moral intuitions to moral emotions and moral judgment in the context of different moral violations. By analyzing data from a sample of young adults in Belgium, the authors test their proposed model and provide empirical evidence to support their theoretical framework.
This volume is particularly valuable for moral theory researchers in criminology, psychology, and related disciplines. It offers a fresh perspective on the study of morality by combining evolutionary and cultural factors, shedding light on how these forces have shaped our moral systems.
Product Details
- Publisher: Springer; 1st ed. 2022 edition (November 24, 2022)
- Language: English
- Format: eBook, Digital
- Pages: 86
- ISBN-10: 3031138686
- ISBN-13: 978-3031138683
Book Review
“Empathy and Moral Judgment” is a fascinating exploration of the intricate relationship between empathy, moral intuitions, moral emotions, and moral judgment. The authors, Ann de Buck and Lieven J. R. Pauwels, present a compelling argument about how these different factors interact and shape our moral understanding.
One of the key strengths of this book is its incorporation of evolutionary processes and cultural influences in the exploration of morality. The authors highlight that human moral systems have not developed in isolation but have been shaped by biological and cultural evolutionary forces.
The conceptual model proposed by de Buck and Pauwels provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the complexities of morality. By linking empathy and moral intuitions to moral emotions and moral judgment, the authors demonstrate how these variables interact and influence our moral decision-making process.
The empirical evidence presented in this book adds weight to the authors’ arguments. By testing their proposed model using data from a sample of young adults in Belgium, de Buck and Pauwels provide tangible evidence that supports their theoretical framework. This empirical foundation enhances the credibility and applicability of the concepts discussed.
Furthermore, the accessible writing style and clear structure make this book approachable for readers from various disciplines. While the subject matter may be inherently complex, the authors succeed in presenting their ideas in a concise and coherent manner. This ensures that the book is not overly dense or challenging to navigate, making it suitable for both researchers and students alike.
Overall, “Empathy and Moral Judgment” is a valuable addition to the literature on morality. By integrating evolutionary and cultural perspectives, the authors offer a fresh perspective on how empathy, moral intuitions, moral emotions, and moral judgment shape our understanding of right and wrong. Whether you are a researcher in criminology, psychology, or related fields, or simply have a deep interest in exploring the complexities of morality, this book is a must-read.
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Product Details
- Publisher : Springer; 1st ed. 2022 edition (November 24, 2022)
- Language : English
- : 86 pages
- ISBN-10 : 3031138686
- ISBN-13 : 978-3031138683