Quantum psychology?

Michal Stríženec

Abstract

Based largely on foreign literature, the first part of the paper offers a simplified version of some basic knowledge of quantum theory to comply with the tendencies to apply quantum theory in psychology. The paper contains description of basic terminology in this field (quant, superposition, complementarity, complementary logic) and in the neo-Copenhagen interpretation of the original theory. Application of the aforementioned knowledge is focused primarily on defining quantum psychology (R. Dalrymple) and secondarily on questions of consciousness (M. Bancroft), cognitive processes (E. Conte) and such. The paper concludes with criticism of unsubstantiated applications (mere renaming of present psychological terminology, metaphors, reductionism in understanding human psyche). On the other hand, a reliable scientific approach is necessary in this field of study (clear formulation of themes, references to the specific physical interpretation of quantum theory).

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Keywords

quantum theory, quantum psychology, consciousness, cognitive processes

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