Self-Control

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Marcela Herdova (Florida State University, USA) Stephen Kearns (Florida State University, USA)

Self-Control

Marcela Herdova (Florida State University, USA), Stephen Kearns (Florida State University, USA), Neil Levy (Macquarie University, Australia)

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Routledge
30 December 2022

Philosophy: epistemology & theory of knowledge; Philosophy of mind; Ethics & moral philosophy; Psychological theory & schools of thought

Series: New Problems of Philosophy

Self-control is a fundamental part of what it is to be a human being. It poses important philosophical and psychological questions about the nature of belief, motivation, judgment, and decision making. More immediately, failures of self-control can have high costs, resulting in ill-health, loss of relationships, and even violence and death, whereas strong self-control is also often associated with having a virtuous character. What exactly is self-control? If we lose control can we still be free? Can we be held responsible for loss of self-control?

In this thorough and clearly written introduction to the philosophy of self-control the authors examine and assess the following topics and questions:

The importance of self-control What is self-control? Self-control and the law of desire Mechanisms of self-control How is it possible to lose self-control? Blameworthiness and (the loss of) self-control Externalist self-control Pathologies of self-control.

Combining philosophical analysis with surveys of the latest psychological research, and including chapter summaries, suggestions for further reading, and a glossary of key terms, Self-Control is essential reading for students of philosophy of mind and psychology, moral psychology, free will, and ethics. It will also be of interest to those in related fields such as psychology and cognitive science.

By: Marcela Herdova (Florida State University USA), Stephen Kearns (Florida State University, USA), Neil Levy (Macquarie University, Australia)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 467g
ISBN: 9780815357315
ISBN 10: 0815357311
Series: New Problems of Philosophy
Pages: 234
Publication Date: 30 December 2022
Audience: College/higher education , Primary , A / AS level
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Marcela Herdova is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Florida State University, USA. Stephen Kearns is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Florida State University, USA. Neil Levy is a Professor of Philosophy at Macquarie University, Australia, and a Senior Research Fellow at the Oxford Uehiro Centre for Practical Ethics, UK.

Reviews for Self-Control

'Self-Control weaves together philosophical analysis and scientific evidence to provide a balanced tour of this important topic. The chapters are concise yet comprehensive and punctuated with concrete examples of self-control - and its failures - from real life and fiction. The authors expertly guide readers through traditional philosophical debates as well as cutting-edge issues, such as pathologies of self-control.' - Josh May, University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA