Hermeneutic Moral Realism in Psychology

<p>Traditional sources of morality—philosophical ethics religious standards and cultural values—are being questioned at a time when we most need morality’s direction. Research shows that though moral direction is vital to our identities happiness productivity and relationships there is a decline in its development and use especially among younger adults.</p><p>This book argues that hermeneutic moral realism is the best hope for meeting the twenty-first century challenges of scientism individualism and postmodernism. In addition to providing a thorough understanding of moral realism the volume also takes preliminary steps toward its application in important practical settings including research psychotherapy politics and publishing.</p>