Bion, Intuition and the Expansion of Psychoanalytic Theory

Bion, Intuition, and the Expansion of Psychoanalytic Theory explores how Bion's work on intuition has changed contemporary psychoanalysis, examining dream work, the Infinite Unconscious, the Spectral model of the mind, and observation and intuition. It is a valuable resource for analysts and analytic therapists.

Format: Hardback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Bion, Intuition, and the Expansion of Psychoanalytic Theory delves into the profound impact of Bion's work on intuition in reshaping the landscape of contemporary psychoanalysis. Through his insightful understanding of intuition's supra-scientific and non-sub-scientific nature, Bion has revolutionized the field. This comprehensive book, drawing from the biannual Bion conference, features contributions from esteemed scholars and experts who explore various aspects of Bion's work. The global cohort of contributors examines topics such as dream work, the Infinite Unconscious, the Spectral model of the mind, the realm of the minus, and observation and intuition. Each chapter delves into different facets arising from Bion's emphasis on learning from experience and distinguishing between knowing and becoming as an experiential process of the mind as a container in relation to its contents of sensations, feelings, dreams, and thoughts.

This book holds immense value for analysts and analytic therapists across all schools, serving as a vital resource for those who follow Bion's profound insights. It sheds light on the transformative power of intuition in psychoanalysis, offering a deeper understanding of the mind's intricate processes and fostering a more holistic approach to therapeutic practice.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032275789