Donald Winnicott and the Politics of Care

This book explores the relevance of psychoanalyst Donald Winnicott's ideas for contemporary debates about care, emphasizing his emphasis on care in the development of subjectivity and its implications for social responsibility, justice, and transformation. It examines how Winnicott's understanding of care can inform conceptions of social responsibility and progressive social change in a world where care is in crisis.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 259 pages
Publication date: 22 March 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This captivating book delves into the profound significance of psychoanalyst Donald Winnicott's ideas for contemporary debates surrounding care. By situating Winnicott within a diverse array of fields, including psychology, philosophy, sociology, critical theory, and feminist theory, it explores the far-reaching implications of his thinking for understanding and transforming the intricate relationship between care and society. What sets Winnicott apart among psychoanalysts is his unwavering emphasis on care as a vital component in the development of subjectivity. Through meticulous examination of Winnicott's understanding of care, the book uncovers its profound relevance for conceptions of social responsibility, justice, and transformation. In a time when care is facing a crisis, this book poses thought-provoking questions about the conditions necessary for the cultivation of caring subjectivities and investigates whether there exists a correlation between these conditions and progressive social change. This unique and thought-provoking work will captivate readers engaged in psychosocial studies, politics, and anyone passionate about exploring the intricate relationship between care and social transformation.

Weight: 356g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030914394
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022