Myth and Reality in Wakefield’s Assertions Regarding Paul and Lentz (1977)

Wakefield's overall critique is typified by a lack of theoretical understanding of his presumed theoretical enemy and its evidence base, selective perception to a degree suggesting harmful dysfunction, out-of-context quotes, and arguments based on factually incorrect allegations-clearly so in h...

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Published in:Behavior and social issues 2006-10, Vol.15 (2), p.244-252
Main Author: Paul, Gordon L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Behavior
Environmental economics
Medical treatment
Mental institutions
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Summary:Wakefield's overall critique is typified by a lack of theoretical understanding of his presumed theoretical enemy and its evidence base, selective perception to a degree suggesting harmful dysfunction, out-of-context quotes, and arguments based on factually incorrect allegations-clearly so in his assertions regarding the procedures and evidence in the Paul and Lentz (1977) monograph.
ISSN:1064-9506
2376-6786
DOI:10.5210/bsi.v15i2.391