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Computer simulation modeling of abnormal behavior: a program approach.

K D Reilly·M R Freese·P B Rowe
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A need for modeling abnormal behavior on a comprehensive, systematic basis exists. Computer modeling and simulation tools offer especially good opportunities to establish such a program of studies. Issues concern deciding which modeling tools to use, how to relate models to behavioral data, what level of modeling to employ, and how to articulate theory to facilitate such modeling. Four levels or types of modeling, two qualitative and two quantitative, are identified. Their properties are examined and interrelated to include illustrative applications to the study of abnormal behavior, with an emphasis on schizophrenia.

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K D Reilly, M R Freese, P B Rowe. 1984. Computer simulation modeling of abnormal behavior: a program approach.. https://doi.org/10.1002/bs.3830290307

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