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Functional Synchronization: The Emergence of Coordinated Activity in Human Systems
Andrzej Nowak1,2, Robin R Vallacher2, Michal Zochowski3
1Department of Psychology, SWPS University of Social Sciences and HumanitiesWarsaw, Poland.
Frontiers in Psychology
|June 30, 2017
Summary
Psychology
Area of Science:
- Integrative psychology
- Complexity science
- Non-linear dynamical systems
Background:
- Psychology is highly compartmentalized, with distinct theories and methods.
- Lack of a unifying framework across different psychological levels.
Purpose of the Study:
- Identify basic principles underlying diverse psychological phenomena.
- Propose an integrative foundation for psychology.
Main Methods:
- Rooted in complexity science and non-linear dynamical systems.
- Leveraging recent neuroscience discoveries.
- Utilizing cognitive and social psychology models.
Main Results:
- Neural, behavioral, mental, and social structures emerge via synchronization of lower-level elements.
- Formation of transient 'functional units' for task accomplishment.
- Repeated assembly/disassembly of functional units based on task demands.
Conclusions:
- Functional units provide an integrative foundation for psychology.
- Guidelines offered for investigating functional unit emergence.
- This approach respects topical differentiation while fostering integration.
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