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Comparative Study
. 1985 Jun 15;41(6):713-9.
doi: 10.1007/BF02012565.

On the stability of cognitive processes

E Cervén
Comparative Study

On the stability of cognitive processes

E Cervén. Experientia. .

Abstract

An empirical and mathematical model for self-organization is proposed, based on elemental properties, on unique interaction and on the combination of hierarchical elements. In the model, higher elements are stabilized by the 'cognitive' (strong) interaction of subelements, disregarding intermediate elements. This is called 'elementary reductionism' and is illustrated by the sequence quarks-elementary particles-atoms-molecules-cells-organisms- societies. Optimal dynamic interaction of nonidentical elements is called 'cognitive stability'. This is compared with thermodynamic equilibrium. The principal differences are outlined.

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