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Technologies of the Self: Habitus and Capacities.

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Title: Technologies of the Self: Habitus and Capacities.
Authors: Burkitt, Ian
Source: Journal for the Theory of Social Behaviour. Jun2002, Vol. 32 Issue 2, p219. 19p.
Subjects: Technology & society, Self, Foucault, Michel, 1926-1984
Abstract: Examines the meaning of technology in relation to the self, as opposed to the argument raised by Michel Foucault. Review of works of others who employed a similar terminology to Foucault; Origin of the term technology; Role of habit in understanding the constitution of self.
Database: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection
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Abstract:Examines the meaning of technology in relation to the self, as opposed to the argument raised by Michel Foucault. Review of works of others who employed a similar terminology to Foucault; Origin of the term technology; Role of habit in understanding the constitution of self.
ISSN:00218308
DOI:10.1111/1468-5914.00184