Document Type : Research Paper

Author

• abozar moradi

Academy Staff

Abstract

In this article, the different interpretations of the quantum theory are introduced, in order to determine which one more suitable for its expansion into the field of social sciences. The main criterion for judging the appropriateness of is its ability to explain the relationship between the intentional actions of individuals and the social reality as a common concept by reviewing the body-mind relationship. It is argued that instrumentalist and materialist ontological interpretations of quantum mechanics are not suitable for this purpose; as they do not leave room for subjectivity as a physical phenomenon with a causal power different from matter. Another case is the third-person subjectivist interpretation, in which the observer’s agency cause the collapse of the wave function. Considering that the main challenge in social sciences is the intentional actions of individuals participating in the formation of that phenomenon, it is also does not have the desired characteristic. Instead, it is proposed that the combination of the Boehm and Primas interpretations of the quantum theory is more suitable for the expansion into social sciences. These interpretations attribute primitive mentality and self-awareness to particles at the fundamental level, allowing for consideration of a causal power different from matter for mentality.

Keywords

• "Intentional Actions"
• "Critical Realism"
• "Quantum Phenomenological Approach"
• "Quantum Theory"
• "Social Reality"

Main Subjects

• Methodology of Social Sciences