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- 308 pages
- Reading time
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The textbook explores the role of informal fallacies in medical and health arguments, challenging traditional views by presenting these fallacies as rational tools for navigating complex decisions faced by individuals. It highlights how cognitive heuristics can assist in understanding issues like immunization, dietary choices, and health screenings. Featuring learning objectives, case studies, and discussion questions, it addresses contemporary topics such as antibiotic resistance, genetic engineering, and the legalization of cannabis, making it a valuable resource for students in various disciplines related to critical thinking and health.
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Fallacies in Medicine and Health, Louise Cummings
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Fallacies in Medicine and Health
- Subtitle
- Critical Thinking, Argumentation and Communication
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Louise Cummings
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 308
- ISBN13
- 9783030285128
- Description
- The textbook explores the role of informal fallacies in medical and health arguments, challenging traditional views by presenting these fallacies as rational tools for navigating complex decisions faced by individuals. It highlights how cognitive heuristics can assist in understanding issues like immunization, dietary choices, and health screenings. Featuring learning objectives, case studies, and discussion questions, it addresses contemporary topics such as antibiotic resistance, genetic engineering, and the legalization of cannabis, making it a valuable resource for students in various disciplines related to critical thinking and health.