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How Was Skinner Wrong: A Critical Remark on B. F. Skinners Radical Behaviorism,New
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How Skinner Was Wrong' presents a strong and simple account against Skinners critical philosophy of Psychology. In Skinners view, psychological explanations are internalist, i.e., they point out as causes for behavior inner and private motives, such as desires, fears, and beliefs. The inner and private origin of these causes implies that (1) they cannot be known by third parties and that (2) it is not possible to directly modify them. This is the thesis analyzed and criticized in this work. Its conclusion inverts Skinners account: Subjective motives are as objective as environmental contingencies; plus, they are the basis of these contingencies, for they give them meaning. Thus, when it is impossible to infer the subjective sense of behavioral analysis, it becomes vague, allusive, inaccurate, misleading, and ineffective in controlling behavior. That's Grandinettis controversial and riveting conclusion for this great book.
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- Q: What is the main argument of 'How Was Skinner Wrong'? A: 'How Was Skinner Wrong' critiques B.F. Skinner's radical behaviorism by arguing that subjective motives are as important as environmental factors in explaining behavior.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'How Was Skinner Wrong' is Daniel Grandinetti.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'How Was Skinner Wrong' was published on September 3, 2016.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains 57 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'How Was Skinner Wrong' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'How Was Skinner Wrong' suitable for beginners in psychology? A: Yes, the book presents its arguments in a clear manner, making it accessible to readers new to psychology.
- Q: Does the book provide critiques of other psychological theories? A: While the primary focus is on Skinner's behaviorism, it may indirectly address other psychological perspectives by contrasting them.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in the book? A: Key themes include the critique of internalism in psychology, the importance of subjective motives, and the relationship between subjective and objective causes of behavior.
- Q: Is this book relevant for psychology students? A: Yes, it is relevant for psychology students, particularly those interested in behaviorism and its critiques.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other psychology texts? A: Its unique perspective challenges established views in behaviorism, arguing for the significance of subjective experiences in understanding behavior.