The interactive developmental model revisited.
OBJECTIVE
To provide a more adequate method for integrating our understanding of biological, psychological and social factors in schizophrenia, new concepts and a broader view of scientific method are required. This report aims to describe steps towards these concepts and methods.


METHODS
Using experiences from a range of research, clinical, and general life encounters, the author reviews assumption about objectivity and science in the mental health field where human experience is a crucial source of data and concepts.


RESULTS
These experiences indicate that the more complex concepts of intentionality, emotional experience and expression, and the concept of experience have been largely ignored in much schizophrenia research and theory.


CONCLUSIONS
Some approaches to overcoming this lack are suggested.
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D006801:Humans; D008960:Models, Psychological; D012559:Schizophrenia / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology*; D012565:Schizophrenic Psychology