Theoretical discussion of applying grey system theory in neuropsychological studies

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to discuss the possibility and necessity of using grey system theory in neuropsychological studies.Design methodology approach - The paper employs a logical analysis approach.Findings - There are three characteristics of neuropsychological studies: the particul...

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Published inGrey systems Vol. 1; no. 3; pp. 268 - 273
Main Authors Wei, Cui, Jun-fu, Cui
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Bingley Emerald Group Publishing Limited 20.10.2011
Subjects
19th century
Behavior
Brain research
Case studies
Life sciences
Neuropsychology
Psychology
R&D
Research & development
Research methodology
Science
Statistical methods
Studies
System theory
Technological change
Grey systems applications
Medicine
Grey systems theory
Neuropsychology
Grey systems
Psychology
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Summary:Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to discuss the possibility and necessity of using grey system theory in neuropsychological studies.Design methodology approach - The paper employs a logical analysis approach.Findings - There are three characteristics of neuropsychological studies: the particularity of the study subjects; the specialty of the study scheme; and insufficient data from traditional statistical methods. Grey system theory is appropriate for analyzing the data collected in neuropsychological studies.Originality value - After several years' significant development, grey system theory has been applied in various subjects successfully. However, the application in psychology and medicine is still a rarity.
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ISSN:2043-9377
2043-9385
DOI:10.1108/20439371111181279