Abstract
This article deals with two problems that are part of a larger study. The larger study concerns the question of identity in caring professions. In this article the author describes the role of epistemic styles in the identity as a whole and presents empirical results concerning epistemic styles among students in caring professions. Royce's and Powell's model of integrative personality constitutes the theoretical frame of reference of the study. In the empirical part Rancourt's Knowledge Accessing Mode Inventory is used as research instrument. The results indicate that the students (N = 44) are mainly empirical and metaphorical while the rational style seems to be less developed. The author stresses the importance of a balanced use of epistemic styles.
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