Action theory : a primer for applied research in the social sciences
In this text the authors put forward the view that our short, medium, and long-term behaviour, interactions and relationships - whether planned or spontaneous, purposeful or playful - can be understood in terms of goal-directed systems, and present a theory of goal-directed action.
xiii, 268 p. ; 24 cm
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Preface Action: Problem, Concepts, Explanation, Methods, and Theory Research Procedures for Using Action Theory in Applied Research Action Theory Research Application of Action Theory: Research Reports Empowerment, Praxis, and Action Theory in Health Promotion Research by Judith M. Lynam and Richard A. Young The Reasoning of Parents and Children in Conversation about Marital Transitions by Deanna Bader and Richard A. Young Attempted Suicide Stories: Suicide Career, Suicide Project, and Suicide Action by Ladislav Valach, et al. Action Theoretical Perspective in Rehabilitation by Ladislav Valach and Jaye Wald Conclusion Reference Appendix: The Family Health Promotion Project Research Manual