The difference lies in the "way of knowing" about the world.
Philosophy relies on a rational/logical approach to determing "truth".
Psychology relies on the scientfic method to determine "truth".
Philosophy says "here's the rational answer" whereas psychology says
"here's a possible answer... now let us go out, gather data and test to see
if that answer holds up."
I was a philosophy major at one point many years ago and it was the need
for testing the claims that drew me to psychology.
At least, that's the major difference in my mind. It is important to note
that psychology did grow out of philosophy.
Hope this helps...
- Marc
G. Marc Turner, MEd
Lecturer & Head of Computer Operations
Department of Psychology
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX 78666
phone: (512)245-2526
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