This paper extends Epistemic Clientelism Theory into intimate life, introducing the Kahl Model of Epistemic Dissonance (KMED). It shows how love, recognition, and autonomy can be modelled mathematically and simulated in Python, offering a new foundation for epistemic psychology and fiduciary ethics.
family-dynamics cognitive-dissonance gaslighting fiduciary-theory epistemic-clientelism epistemic-autonomy testimonial-injustice epistemic-trust epistemic-psychology epistemic-authority epistemic-dependence intimate-relationships epistemic-resilience
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Oct 30, 2025