Tavistock Institute
Tavistock Institute
Tavistock Institute (pronunciation: /ˈtævɪstɒk ˈɪnstɪtjuːt/) is a British not-for-profit organisation which applies social science to contemporary issues and problems. It was initiated in 1946, when it developed from the Tavistock Clinic which was founded in 1920. The Institute conducts research, consultancy and evaluation projects which support change and development in complex social systems.
Etymology
The name "Tavistock" originates from the Tavistock Square in London, where the original clinic was located. The term "Institute" signifies the organisation's commitment to scientific research and its application to social problems.
Related Terms
- Tavistock Clinic: The original clinic from which the Tavistock Institute was developed. It is a part of the British National Health Service and is dedicated to mental health research and treatment.
- Social Science: The scientific study of human society and social relationships, a field in which the Tavistock Institute is heavily involved.
- Not-for-profit organisation: An organisation that uses its surplus revenues to further achieve its purpose or mission, rather than distributing its surplus income to the organisation's directors as profit or dividends.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tavistock Institute
- Wikipedia's article - Tavistock Institute
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