Psychological Approaches

noun a philosophical system that holds that every rationally justifiable assertion can be scientifically verified or is capable of logical or mathematical proof, and that therefore rejects metaphysics and theism

• Positivism is a philosophical theory stating that positive knowledge is based on natural phenomena and their properties.
• Some people believe in positivism, which is the idea that knowledge comes from observable facts.
• Positivism is all about seeing things as they are, no room for interpretation.
• In a world full of chaos, positivism can be like a guiding light, helping us make sense of things.

noun a person who believes in the philosophy of positivism, which emphasizes empirical observation and scientific methods

adjective relating to or characteristic of positivism

• The positivist approach to social science emphasizes the use of empirical evidence and scientific methods.
• Some researchers prefer the positivist perspective because it focuses on observable facts.
• Positivists believe that only what can be proven through direct observation is valid.
• In a positivist mindset, everything must be tangible and measurable to be considered true.

noun a quality or state of being unorthodox; deviation from established beliefs or practices

• The professor's lecture on the unorthodoxy of the theory challenged traditional beliefs.
• Her unorthodoxy in fashion choices always turns heads.
• I love the unorthodoxy of their music, it's so unique.
• His unorthodoxy in problem-solving always leads to innovative solutions.

adjective relating to or characterized by eudaemonism, the belief that happiness is the highest good

• The philosopher's eudaemonistic beliefs centered around the idea that true happiness comes from living a virtuous life.
• She always tries to maintain an eudaemonistic outlook, believing that positivity attracts positivity.
• I'm all about that eudaemonistic vibe, man.
• His artwork was a reflection of his eudaemonistic spirit, capturing the beauty and joy of life.