Dual-Process Theories in Moral Psychology

The anthology "Dual-Process Theories in Moral Psychology" offers a comprehensive collection of contributions that address the so-called dual-process theories in the field of moral psychology. These theories distinguish between two types of processes in cognitive systems: an affective, associative process and an analytical, rule-based process. This distinction has gained significance in recent years, particularly concerning the relationship between intuitive and rational approaches to explaining moral judgments. The growing interest in these theories raises questions about their influence on social contexts. The anthology aims to present fundamental analyses of the advantages and challenges of this development. The authors discuss central questions regarding the relationship between ethics and empirical sciences, methodological issues, reevaluations of established terminology, as well as the societal implications of dual-process theories in moral psychology.