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Is multicultural psychology a-scientific?: diverse methods for diversity research
1Department of Psychology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98125, USA. cauce@uw.edu
Cultural Diversity & Ethnic Minority Psychology
|July 27, 2011
Summary
Multicultural psychology and empirical psychological science are not incompatible. Integrating qualitative and quantitative methods strengthens multicultural psychology research for diverse populations.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Multicultural Psychology
- Philosophy of Science
Background:
- Explores the historical development of empirical, positivist scientific approaches.
- Highlights the emancipatory goals driving modernist scientific traditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- Defines multicultural psychology and psychological science.
- Investigates the compatibility between multicultural psychology and empirical/positivist science.
Main Methods:
- Historical overview of scientific approaches.
- Argumentative analysis of the compatibility between different psychological research paradigms.
Main Results:
- Empirical, positivist psychological science is not inherently incompatible with multicultural psychology.
- Multicultural psychology can benefit from diverse methodological approaches.
Conclusions:
- Recommends integrating qualitative and quantitative methods, including positivist traditions, in multicultural psychology.
- Suggests this integration will enhance the investigation of psychological and social issues affecting diverse populations.
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