ISSN:
0368-492X
Source:
Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
Topics:
Computer Science
Notes:
Focuses on the issue of increasing environmental and societal complexity, and its effects on the individual, especially visible in the increase of self-reference (the commonalities between man, animals and machines). Distinguishes three meanings of self-reference and discusses the interrelationships between self-reference, alienation, and growing societal complexity: states that, especially in the last few decades of this secular age, there has been increasing incidence of self-reference. Also discusses the relationship between self-reference, constructivism, and modern brain research. Asserts that the march of self-reference is likely to continue, but that it will change in character.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/03684920210436318
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