Gestalt Theory and Socioeconomic Analyses

Gisela Kubon-Gilke

doi:10.2478/gth-2022-0015

Abstract

The analysis of social and economic phenomena has a long Gestalt-theoretical tradition but is currently seen rather as a niche subject. In this article, recent important approaches are presented that explicitly or implicitly refer to Gestalt-theoretical considerations. The particular relevance of narratives is pointed out. In addition, further analytical challenges are discussed.

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