Philosophical Psychology (journal)
Philosophical Psychology is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes articles at the intersection of philosophy and psychology. The journal aims to explore the conceptual, methodological, and theoretical foundations of psychological science, as well as the psychological underpinnings of philosophical inquiry.
The journal covers a broad range of topics, including but not limited to:
- Philosophy of Mind: Issues concerning consciousness, intentionality, mental representation, qualia, perception, and the mind-body problem.
- Moral Psychology: Investigations into the psychological basis of morality, moral reasoning, moral emotions, and moral development.
- Cognitive Science and Philosophy: Explorations of the philosophical implications of cognitive science research, including topics like computation, cognition, and artificial intelligence.
- Philosophy of Neuroscience: Examination of the philosophical implications of neuroscience, including issues of reductionism, localization of function, and the neural correlates of consciousness.
- Psychopathology and Philosophy: Studies of the conceptual and ethical issues surrounding mental illness, including the nature of diagnosis, treatment, and personal responsibility.
- Social Psychology and Philosophy: Analysis of the philosophical foundations of social cognition, social behavior, and social identity.
- Developmental Psychology and Philosophy: Considerations of the philosophical implications of developmental processes, including cognitive, moral, and social development.
- Evolutionary Psychology and Philosophy: Examination of the philosophical implications of evolutionary approaches to understanding human behavior and cognition.
Philosophical Psychology aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue between philosophers and psychologists, providing a platform for rigorous scholarship that bridges the gap between these disciplines. The journal welcomes submissions from researchers across various philosophical and psychological subfields. It publishes original articles, critical reviews, and discussions of important debates in the field.