Gestalt Theory and Socioeconomic Analyses

Abstract

The analysis of social and economic phenomena has a long Gestalt-theoretical tradition but is currently seen rather as a niche subject. In this article, recent important approaches are presented that explicitly or implicitly refer to Gestalt-theoretical considerations. The particular relevance of narratives is pointed out. In addition, further analytical challenges are discussed.

Keywords

• evolution
• democracy
• institutions
• norms
• transformation
• soziale evolution
• demokratie
• institutionen
• normen
• transformation