Intruders in the Mind: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Thought Insertion

Thought insertion is the delusion that external agents have inserted ideas or thoughts into one's mind, more prevalent in schizophrenia. This compilation of essays offers a comprehensive approach to the clinical, phenomenological, conceptual, and experimental aspects of the study of thought insertion, making it difficult to keep track of in the literature.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 360 pages
Publication date: 05 October 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Thought insertion is a fascinating phenomenon that occurs when individuals believe that their thoughts are not their own. This delusion leads people to believe that external agents have inserted ideas or thoughts into their minds. While more prevalent in schizophrenia, thought insertion is considered one of the most complex psychiatric symptoms. It challenges our understanding of fundamental aspects of our mind, such as self-awareness and agency.

Thought insertion has been the subject of philosophical examinations and discussions in philosophy and psychiatry. However, it has often been treated as a footnote to more prominent topics, making it difficult to comprehensively understand. Intruders in the Mind is an interdisciplinary effort to bring together high-quality contributions to the study of thought insertion.

The compilation focuses on thought insertion as its central topic and gathers a series of essays that offer a broad and thoughtful approach to the clinical, phenomenological, conceptual, and experimental aspects of this phenomenon. The essays cover various perspectives, including clinical descriptions, phenomenological analyses, theoretical considerations, and experimental studies.

By bringing together experts from different fields, Intruders in the Mind aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of thought insertion and its implications for our understanding of the mind and mental health. The book offers valuable insights for clinicians, researchers, and anyone interested in the study of the mind and its disorders.

In conclusion, thought insertion is a fascinating phenomenon that challenges our understanding of self-awareness and agency. Intruders in the Mind is an interdisciplinary effort to bring together high-quality contributions to the study of thought insertion, offering a comprehensive approach to its clinical, phenomenological, conceptual, and experimental aspects. The book provides valuable insights for clinicians, researchers, and anyone interested in the study of the mind and its disorders.

Weight: 554g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192896162