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On applying psychoanalytic explanation in phenomenological research.

R J Holden1

  • 1University of Tasmania, School of Nursing Studies, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.

International Journal of Nursing Studies
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

This paper explores methodological challenges in phenomenological research, drawing parallels with psychoanalysis. It suggests applying psychoanalytic evidence rules to improve phenomenological study of consciousness.

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Area of Science:

  • Philosophy of Science
  • Psychology
  • Consciousness Studies

Background:

  • Phenomenological research faces significant methodological criticisms.
  • These include the absence of falsifiable hypotheses, measurable data, and a grounding theory for consciousness studies.
  • Similar issues previously challenged psychoanalysis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the theoretical underpinnings of phenomenological research.
  • To articulate structural similarities between psychoanalysis and phenomenology.
  • To propose procedural improvements for phenomenological research based on psychoanalytic evidence rules.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative analysis of theoretical frameworks.
  • Identification of structural similarities between psychoanalytic and phenomenological research methodologies.

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  • Philosophical critique of scientific methodology.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified shared methodological problems in phenomenological and psychoanalytic research.
    • Established structural parallels between the two fields.
    • Highlighted the absence of falsifiable hypotheses, measurable data, and general theories as common criticisms.

    Conclusions:

    • Phenomenological research can benefit from the methodological rigor developed in psychoanalysis.
    • Applying psychoanalytic rules of evidence may enhance the scientific validity of consciousness studies.
    • Procedural suggestions are offered for improving phenomenological research.