Qualitative research in psychology: Could William James get a job?

摘要: Considering the case of William James, author examines likelihood a successful career as qualitative researcher in contemporary U.S. psychology. Fifty-seven journals affiliated with American Psychological Association or its divisions were analyzed to show place research psychology over past 50 years. Journal abstracts, mission statements, and short e-mail questionnaire from editors used understand patterns trends Editors are generally accepting work, although statements do not always signal likely interest work. The amount work published is comparably low, but increased publication found some journals. Trends methodologies, topics research, ways which enters time discussed. Suggestions for provided.