Different Ways of Understanding Human Behavior
Why do humans believe in science? Although there are many different ways to know things, the scientific
method stands as the gold standard for knowing truth, because it is a systematic way of obtaining knowledge.
The scientific method consists of the following concepts: It is a method to gain knowledge. Everything is open
to question. Knowledge is subject to refutation. Empirical evidence is based on observation, and evidence is
systematic and comprehensive. Samples should be large and diverse. Finally, it emphasizes the pursuit of
objectivity.
Social workers use the scientific method to understand evidence (that is, the body of knowledge from scientific
inquiry) that is pertinent to their client and/or agency. This evidence helps social workers know which best
practices are available for their clients that would do the least amount of harm.
Are humans in control of their behavior as much as they think they are? This is an important question when it
comes to knowing truth. Science can help us understand this and other questions. As social workers, you know
that humans are complex and that no two humans are the same. Humans come from many different
backgrounds, cultures, races, socioeconomic conditions, sexual orientations, and genders. Despite these
variances, humans do many things predictably all the time. Why is this?
For this Discussion, you consider how you know what is real, how science can help, and how your view of the
world might be challenge
Sample Solution
customer then reviews the check. If there are no concerns, the customer pays the bill, otherwise verify the check to the waiter. After paying, the customer finally leaves the restaurant.