Feedback Thought in Social Science and Systems Theory

by George P. Richardson

This seminal text features an original investigation into the history of a powerful way of thinking—the loop concept underlying the notions of feedback and circular causality in the social sciences. One of the most penetrating thought patterns in all social science, feedback thought is embedded in the very foundation of systems theory. This study illuminates its significance in social policy as well as social science.

374 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Hamilton Carvalho · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent review of several streams of theories and approaches using the concept of feedback, written by one of the main names in the system dynamics field.