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Habermasian knowledge interests: epistemological implications for health sciences.
- Source :
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Nursing Philosophy . Apr2015, Vol. 16 Issue 2, p77-86. 10p. - Publication Year :
- 2015
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Abstract
- The Habermasian concept of 'interest' has had a profound effect on the characterization of scientific disciplines. Going beyond issues unrelated to the theory itself, intra-theoretical interest characterizes the specific ways of approaching any science-related discipline, defining research topics and methodologies. This approach was developed by Jürgen Habermas in relation to empirical-analytical sciences, historical-hermeneutics sciences, and critical sciences; however, he did not make any specific references to health sciences. This article aims to contribute to shaping a general epistemological framework for health sciences, as well as its specific implications for the medical and nursing areas, via an analysis of the basic knowledge interests developed by Habermas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14667681
- Volume :
- 16
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Nursing Philosophy
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 103768503
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/nup.12080