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Much discussion concerning the research process has been conceptualized as either/or representations of complex issues. Research abstractions of insider/outsider perspectives, objectivity/subjectivity, and quantitative/qualitative methods have been unnecessarily dichotomized in the process. Pronouncements of absolutes and construction of hierarchies of methods have resulted, limiting both the kinds of questions that can be asked and the kinds of answers that can be found. The authors argue that dichotomies in family research do not exist and that by conceptualizing research abstractions as points on continua, a more flexible conceptualization of these methodological issues will result. This, in turn, will serve to increase the understanding offamilies andfamily process. |
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