paiuose
Paiuose is a term used in speculative philosophy and systems theory to denote a class of self-referential, cyclical systems in which causes and effects are interdependent and evolve through feedback loops. In paiuose, outcomes influence initial conditions and subsequent actions, producing non-linear trajectories that resist straightforward prediction. The concept is commonly discussed in thought experiments and in modeling exercises that aim to illustrate circular causality and memory effects.
Origins and usage: The term arose in late 20th-century discussions among scholars exploring complexity and feedback.
Characteristics: Core features include reciprocal causation, path-dependency, delayed feedback, and emergent patterns that cannot be traced
Applications: The concept is used to teach about complex systems in fields such as sociology, economics, ecology,
Examples: In a simplified model, a policy changes individual behavior, the aggregated behavior alters the environment,
See also: circular causality, feedback loop, cybernetics, complex systems.