Jonathan Haidt
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Haidt's main scientific contributions come from the psychological field of moral foundations theory, which attempts to explain the evolutionary origins of human moral reasoning on the basis of innate, gut feelings rather than logic and reason. The theory was later extended to explain the different moral reasoning and how they relate to political ideology, with different political orientations prioritizing different sets of morals. The research served as a foundation for future books on various topics.
Haidt has written multiple books for general audiences, including ''The Happiness Hypothesis'' (2006) examining the relationship between ancient philosophies and modern science, ''The Righteous Mind'' (2012) on moral politics, and ''The Coddling of the American Mind'' (2018) on rising political polarization, mental health, and college culture. In 2024, he published ''The Anxious Generation'', arguing that the rise of smartphones and overprotective parenting have led to a "rewiring" of childhood and a rise in mental illness. Provided by Wikipedia
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Published: [2013]
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Published: [2010]
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Published: [1997]
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