Abstract

FLORES AGUIRRE, Carlos Javier. From animal models to the psychological practice: The emergence of techniques applied To health issues. Suma Psicol. [online]. 2011, vol.18, n.1, pp.115-123. ISSN 0121-4381.

The paper stands out the relevance and necessity of basic research as a particular mode of knowledge. The emergence of animal models and research paradigms in the origins of psychological science is described and mentioned several animal models used for studying certain human diseases. Finally, we illustrate the link between basic research with animals and the practice of psychology.

Keywords : animal models; experimental analysis of behavior; basic research; applied psychology; experimental psychology.

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