Author : William R Meyers
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 1137524901
Total Pages : 235 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)
Book Synopsis Social Science Methods for Psychodynamic Inquiry by : William R Meyers
Download or read book Social Science Methods for Psychodynamic Inquiry written by William R Meyers and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-02-06 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explains, with case examples, a variety of social science research methods suitable for studying the unconscious components of irrational social and political actions in world affairs, which can be defined as those that are intensely destructive, self-destructive, or extremely bizarre. The book argues that they are driven in part by feelings and fantasies that are outside of conscious awareness. Meyers explores the role of empathy in clinical understanding, as well as the value of exposing assertions to empirical disconfirmation. With a variety of research methods such as survey research, content analysis, and narrative analysis, and case examples such as studies of 'irreal' statements by authoritarian leaders, fabricated newspaper articles and climate change denial, this book sheds light on how to conduct research on psychodynamic matters in a scientifically valid and credible way.