Apres-coup in Psychoanalysis: The Fulfilment of Desire and Thought

Bernard Chervet's book "Après-coup in Psychoanalysis" explores the concept of après-coup, which he argues is essential for understanding how repressed early memories determine adult life and human sexuality. It offers a metapsychological approach to the operation of après-coup, bodily erogeneity, and libido regeneration and is an invaluable resource for psychoanalysts in training and practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking book delves into the realm of après-coup, a concept that has gained significant traction in French psychoanalytic discourse. It presents a compelling argument that après-coup not only enables us to comprehend the profound influence of repressed early memories on adult life and the intricate development of human sexuality, but also provides a deeper and broader understanding of our mental structures and thought processes.

The book meticulously outlines how après-coup has been interpreted and defined by renowned figures such as Freud and Lacan, exploring its diverse manifestations across different psychoanalytic cultures. It further examines the resonance of après-coup in various domains, including dream-work, sexual drives, thought, and the experience of trauma.

Bernard Chervet, in his insightful work, posits that the entirety of human thought can be approached through the lens of après-coup. He offers a metapsychological framework that delves into the workings of après-coup, bodily erogeneity, and the regeneration of libido. Chervet's compelling argument is that the phenomenon of après-coup played a pivotal role in the development of psychoanalytic theories encompassing causality, sexuality, temporality, memory, and trauma.

To enhance the reader's understanding, the book is accompanied by clinical vignettes that vividly illustrate the application of après-coup in real-world scenarios. Written by one of the foremost experts in the field, Après-coup in Psychoanalysis is a valuable resource for both psychoanalysts in training and in active practice. It offers a comprehensive exploration of this crucial concept, enriching our understanding of human psychology and paving the way for innovative therapeutic approaches.

Weight: 508g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367188795