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D. Zahavi

4 papers in the library · publishing 2007-2020

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The practice of phenomenology: The case of Max van Manen.

Nursing Philosophy April 1, 2020 D. Zahavi

Since its inception, phenomenological philosophy has exerted an influence on empirical science. But what is the best way to practice, use and apply phenomenology in a non-philosophical context? How deeply rooted in phenomenological philosophy must qualitative research be in order to qualify as phenomenological? How many of the core commitments of phenomenology must it accept? In the following...

Phenomenology in nursing studies: New perspectives.

International Journal of Nursing Studies May 1, 2019 D. Zahavi, K. Martiny

Nursing studies have for decades drawn on the philosophical tradition of phenomenology when developing their own methodology and theoretical foundation. This use and application of phenomenology has, however, not been met with universal approval. One prominent and persistent opponent has been John Paley, who has sent a clear message to the nursing community: If you are looking for philosophical...

Applied phenomenology: why it is safe to ignore the epoché

Continental Philosophy Review April 9, 2019 D. Zahavi

The question of whether a proper phenomenological investigation and analysis requires one to perform the epoché and the reduction has not only been discussed within phenomenological philosophy. It is also very much a question that has been hotly debated within qualitative research. Amedeo Giorgi, in particular, has insisted that no scientific research can claim phenomenological status unless it...