Hedonic Calculus

Hedonic Calculus is a method used to evaluate the potential happiness or pain resulting from an action. It considers factors such as the intensity, duration, certainty, and proximity of the pleasure or pain. It also weighs the likelihood of the outcome, its impact on others, and whether it aligns with long-term goals. The goal is to determine whether the action produces the greatest happiness for the most people, helping individuals make ethical decisions by comparing the probable positive and negative consequences.