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family psychotherapy: game theory


Game theory investigates conflict situations in strategic games, largely with the help of mathematical methods. The tenets of game theory can also be applied in the analysis of interpersonal conflicts. Game theory is a specialized area of cybernetics.*

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*Extracted with permission from Simon, Fritz et al Language of Family Therapy - A Systemic Vocabulary and Source Book (Family Process Press Series) Paperback 1985 Family Process, Inc.


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