Psychological determinism explained
Psychological determinism is the view that psychological phenomena are determined by factors outside of a person's control.[1]
Daniel Bader discusses two forms of psychological determinism:[2]
- Orectic psychological determinism is the view that we always act upon our greatest drive. This is often called psychological hedonism, and if the drive is specified for self-interest, psychological egoism.
- Rational psychological determinism claims that we always act according to our "strongest" or "best" reason.
See also
Notes and References
- Web site: Psychological determinism. APA Dictionary of Psychology. American Psychological Association. 17 June 2023.
- Web site: Psychological Determinism . 29 July 2005 . 18 August 2017 . The Lyceum . Daniel . Bader.