An Examined Life Worth Living: Analysis of Socratic Philosophy as a Foundation for Cognitive-Behavior Therapy and Defense Against Edward Erwin’s Rejection of Philosophy as a Foundation for Behavior Therapies Öffentlichkeit
Greenberg, Bess (Spring 2019)
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Abstract
Socrates famously proclaimed that “the unexamined life is not worth living,” a decree that is now currently reflected in the popularity of talk therapies. In this thesis, I examine the relationship between Socratic philosophy and Cognitive-behavior therapy. I argue that, in light of numerous conceptual and historical connections, Socratic philosophy serves as a foundation for the development CBT. I then refute the argument posited by Edward Erwin in his book Behavior Therapy Scientific, Philosophical, and Moral Foundations which rejects philosophy as a foundation for behavior therapies. I conclude with a reflection upon my prior analysis and offer suggestions for how inquiry into the foundations of behavior therapies should be carried out in order to provide the greatest benefit.
Table of Contents
Introduction……………………………………………………………….. 1-2
Chapter 1: ………………………………………………………………….3-24
Section I: …………………………………………………………..3-11
Section II: ………………………………………………………….11-24
Chapter 2: ………………………………………………………………….24-53
Section I: …………………………………………………………..24-27
Section II: ………………………………………………………….27-35
Section III: …………………………………………………………35-49
Section IV: …………………………………………………………49-53
Bibliography: …………………………………………………………..…..54-56
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