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Study Findings from Heidelberg University Broaden Understanding of Psychology and Psychiatry (Uncertain Facts or Uncertain Values? Testing the Distinction Between Empirical and Normative Uncertainty In Moral Judgments).

  • Published In: Psychology & Psychiatry Journal, 2024. P. 430 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

A study conducted by Heidelberg University in Germany explores the distinction between empirical and normative uncertainty in moral judgments. The researchers found that people can experience uncertainty in their moral judgments, which can be attributed to either uncertainty about the underlying empirical facts or uncertainty about the normative evaluation of those facts. Through factor-analytical and experimental approaches, the study identified three factors related to moral uncertainty: lack of information, unclear consequences, and normative uncertainty. The findings have implications for research on moral judgments, decision-making, and folk metaethics. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Psychology & Psychiatry Journal. 2024/04, p430
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1944-2718
  • Accession Number:176681198
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