Scientific Method in Human Sciences: Bunge and Wallace Models

3.3. Deployment Models of Scientific Method in the Human Sciences: Bunge, Wallace.

As mentioned above, the scientific method developed by Galileo and Bacon has undergone numerous modifications and adaptations for greater efficiency and responsiveness to scientific developments. The literature abounds with methodologies that mostly align with the phases of the method and its required assumptions, often adapted to specific research areas. Among these, we will briefly present Mario Bunge’s model and

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Memory and Cognitive Development in Children: Strategies and Stages

Memory. It is the cognitive process related to the retention and processing of information. Flavell: Children from infancy do not spontaneously produce effective mnemonic strategies, but they can benefit if trained. Stage: Childhood Memory recognition is improved and perfected at this stage; short-term memory is also better. Types of memory strategies: Repetition (review) and organization. These strategies are carried out with a purpose: memory. Differences by age: 5-6-year-old children do not usually

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Understanding Anxiety: Symptoms, Disorders, and Coping Strategies

Anxiety

Is a phenomenon of every age and culture; it is therefore a universal experience.

It has to do with endocrine and cholinergic mediators on alert that the person experiences, and it has a number of symptoms such as tachycardia and sweating. This is a principle of stress.

Feeling anxious is a way of life for many people and occurs frequently and regularly. Only when anxiety interferes with a person’s life do we talk about an anxiety disorder.

It comes in 100% of major or minor mental disorders

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Enhancing Workplace Dynamics: DEI, Culture, and Staffing

DEI: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

DEI elements are interconnected, and their true impact emerges in combination.

  • Diversity: Differences in race, gender, religion, etc.
  • Equity: Justice, impartiality, and fairness.
  • Inclusion: Ensuring all voices are heard and considered.

Implementing a DEI Strategy

  1. Assess the Current Situation.
  2. Set Clear Goals.
  3. Develop an Action Plan.
  4. Allocate Budget and Resources.
  5. Engage Leadership and Teams.
  6. Measure, Monitor, and Adjust.

McKinsey’s 5 Actions for Success

  1. Ensure Representation
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Early Childhood Social-Emotional Development: Key Theories and Concepts

Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood

Introduction

One of the primary goals of human development is the adaptive and effective integration into the social environment. As children grow, their social world expands and becomes more complex, requiring them to understand and assimilate various social norms and customs, and to adapt their behavior accordingly. Maturation and motivation are essential in psychosocial development. Parents and peers are key socializing agents, with parents significantly

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Psychology and Law: Evolution and Applications

Legal Origins of Psychology

Clinical Psychology (Psychological Assessment)

Terminology

Forensic: Originates in or before the judiciary.

Legal: Considers the judiciary, law, executive branch, prosecutors, prisons, mental hospitals, police stations, etc.

Historical Facts Linking Law and Psychology

1. Ideals of the French Revolution: Permeated the Napoleonic Code (notion of responsibility) and the birth of psychiatry (both in 1810).

2. Protecting Children and Young People: Originates in Roman law, requiring

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