"Forgiveness is not easy to define, based on the many definitions that appear in the psychological literature. It is vital to have a common definition of forgiveness for science to proceed."
"In February 2025, an entire issue of the American Psychological Association's Journal of Theoretical and Philosophical Psychology was devoted to the question of how to define forgiveness accurately."
"Science, mental health practice, and self-help approaches all need to understand clearly what forgiveness is."
Forgiveness lacks a clear definition, complicating its study in psychology. An entire issue of a journal was dedicated to defining forgiveness, involving six psychologists and three philosophers. They explored various perspectives on forgiveness, emphasizing the need for a unified understanding. This clarity is crucial for science, mental health practices, and self-help approaches. The exploration included nine statements about forgiveness, inviting readers to consider the best definition and its implications for personal healing and interpersonal relationships.
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