Applying Psychoanalysis in Medical Care

Applying Psychoanalysis in Medical Care explores how psychoanalysis can be used to improve patient care across different medical disciplines, with clinical vignettes demonstrating the power of dynamic listening and insight.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Applying Psychoanalysis in Medical Care delves into the diverse ways in which analysts engage with the medical realm and make substantial contributions to the care of a wide range of patients. Clinicians who possess a profound psychoanalytic understanding of our vulnerabilities, fears, and hopes are well-equipped to participate in the care of our physical selves. This comprehensive book brings together insights from caregivers who have dedicated themselves to intimately knowing their patients, spanning from prenatal care to pediatrics, oncology, and palliative care. The chapters are filled with poignant clinical vignettes that showcase the remarkable power and elegance of dynamic listening and insight.

This book holds immense value for psychoanalysts, practitioners, and students in medicine, psychology, and the social work disciplines. It serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to enhance their understanding of the intersection between psychoanalysis and medical practice, fostering a deeper appreciation for the holistic and compassionate approach to patient care.

Weight: 348g
Dimension: 156 x 235 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367765934