As the world faces up to the challenges of climate change and the threat to security, Skinner's contributions on these issues continue to resonate today. In this stimulating introduction for students and general readers, Toates places Skinner's ideas within the context of mainstream psychological thought, presenting a balanced synthesis of the psychologist's work and his approach. The author reveals the links between Skinner's perspective and other branches of psychology, highlighting his solutions to problems at individual, society and global levels.
Autorentext
FREDERICK TOATES is Professor of Biological Psychology at the Open University, UK.
Inhalt
Who was B.F. Skinner?
Biography, Background and Impact
Looking at the Evidence
Linking Skinner to Other Perspectives on Behaviour
The Relationship with Biology
Determinism, Freedom and Autonomy
Skinnerian Advice for Living Life
Social Policy
Development and Education
Helping to Ease Human Suffering
Ethics, Religion and the Skinnerian Good Life
The Environment and a Sustainable Future
Conclusions.