On February 27, the latest book edited by our Chair, Philip Robbins, will be out! Co-edited by Bertram F. Malle, Professor of Cognitive and Psychological Sciences, The Cambridge Handbook of Moral Psychology offers a state-of-the-art guide to the rapidly expanding field of moral psychology (broadly speaking, moral psychology is the study of how people reason and act morally, asking groundbreaking questions about the nature of values and virtues, the balance of reason and emotion, and the gap between “is” and “ought." This new work introduces central questions and recent insights, traces continuing puzzles and debates, and integrates empirical and theoretical perspectives. 

Abstract

The Cambridge Handbook of Moral Psychology is an essential guide to the study of moral cognition and behavior. Originating as a philosophical exploration of values and virtues, moral psychology has evolved into a robust empirical science intersecting psychology, philosophy, anthropology, sociology, and neuroscience. Contributors to this interdisciplinary handbook explore a diverse set of topics, including moral judgment and decision making, altruism and empathy, and blame and punishment. Tailored for graduate students and researchers across psychology, philosophy, anthropology, neuroscience, political science, and economics, it offers a comprehensive survey of the latest research in moral psychology, illuminating both foundational concepts and cutting-edge developments.