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Haidt’s Social Intuitionist Model

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Haidt's Social Intuitionist Model is a psychological theory that suggests moral judgments are primarily driven by quick, intuitive emotional responses rather than conscious reasoning. It proposes that people make moral judgments based on their gut feelings and then use reason to justify those judgments.

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