Argumentation and the Unconscious
- 1 September 1986
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Argumentation and Advocacy
- Vol. 23 (2) , 82-95
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00028533.1986.11951332
Abstract
This paper's thesis is that the unconscious mind plays a central role in argumentation. After briefly discussing the nature of the unconscious, the essay turns to an analysis of invention, which is understood as both creation and judgment of arguments. Rules theory is singled out for special attention. Finally, argument reception is considered, and is also found to be controlled by the unconscious. The essay concludes by identifying a series of basic issues needing investigation.Keywords
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