a form of psychological inquiry based on introspection and rational processes without recourse necessarily to empirical observation. It may be contrasted with empirical psychology, in which the data come from laboratory procedures or controlled forms of observation and measurement.
What is an armchair diagnosis?
Armchair diagnosis is a term used when professionals or non professionals diagnose someone they have never treated. The latest and most popular example of this phenomenon involves Donald Trump's mental health.30 may 2017
What is armchair therapy?
By. a form of psychological inquiry or therapy that is based on introspection and rational processes without reference to an empirical observation. Conversely, empirical psychology mandates that the data comes from laboratory procedures or controlled forms of observation and measurement.
Why is armchair psychology bad?
For one thing, it can disrupt relationships. It's hard to have a healthy relationship with someone who thinks you're mentally ill and can't help you recover. Also, relying on introspection and logic to understand psychology discourages true learning about mental health.