Dialectic is a formal system of reasoning that arrives at the truth through the exchange of logical arguments. Dialectic is a process of examining an issue using very careful steps. A thesis, or argument, is offered, followed by the antithesis, or counterargument. The goal is to extract the best points from each of these to form a synthesis..
Other causes of unintentional weight loss include: 1  cancer. 2  hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland). 3  hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland). 4  abdominal infection. 5  gastroenteritis. 6  malnutrition. 7  dementia. 8  Celiac disease. 9  HIV/AIDS.
Too much thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism) speeds the metabolism, causing symptoms like sweating, palpitations, weight loss and anxiety. Too little (hypothyroidism) can cause physical fatigue, weight gain and sluggishness, as well as depression, inability to concentrate and memory problems. Advertisement.