Agnosticism, atheism and deism from the epistemological perspective

This essay explores agnosticism, atheism, and deism from an epistemological perspective. It examines three fundamental aspects: the existence of God, the epistemological stance toward this question, and one’s personal position on its veracity. The text critically analyzes agnosticism and its relation to skepticism, as well as the possibility of proving God’s nonexistence. It questions the validity of religious claims lacking empirical evidence and discusses the logical coherence of certain divine attributes, such as omnipotence. Continue reading Agnosticism, atheism and deism from the epistemological perspective

Psicología/Psychology

Is generalization a necessary and sufficient condition for scientific research in Psychology?

This essay examines whether generalization is a necessary and sufficient condition for scientific research in Psychology, comparing qualitative and quantitative approaches. It argues that qualitative methods do not always aim for generalization but rather focus on rich descriptions and individual perspectives. Conversely, quantitative methods, rooted in a positivist framework, prioritize generalization based on empirical data. The validity of generalization as the sole criterion for scientific rigor is questioned, emphasizing other key factors such as parsimony, falsifiability, and efficiency. The conclusion suggests that generalization alone is not sufficient and that both approaches can complement each other within the scientific method. Continue reading Is generalization a necessary and sufficient condition for scientific research in Psychology?