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On the Dark Side of Chronic Depression: Psychoanalytic, Social-cultural and Research Approaches

On the Dark Side of Chronic Depression: Psychoanalytic, Social-cultural and Research Approaches

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This book explores the dark side of chronic depression through cutting-edge expertise from psychoanalysis, psychiatry, neuroscience, and social science, offering new diagnostical considerations and treatment options. It bridges the gap between Anglo-Saxon/German psychoanalysis and French traditions and presents new research on the social, biographical, genetic, and neurobiological determinants of severe depressive disorder.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This comprehensive book delves into the intricate and often-overlooked aspects of chronic depression, drawing upon cutting-edge expertise from psychoanalysis, psychiatry, neuroscience, and social science. By examining various manifestations of depression across a spectrum, the book offers innovative diagnostic considerations for this mental health condition. It includes detailed case studies from clinical psychoanalytical practice, conceptual considerations, and historical analyses, seamlessly integrating them with current empirical and neurobiological studies on depression. What sets this book apart is its unique ability to bridge the gap between Anglo-Saxon/German psychoanalysis and French traditions in clinical treatment techniques and conceptualizations of depression and trauma. The chapters present groundbreaking research on the social, biographical, genetic, and neurobiological determinants of severe depressive disorder, shedding light on how these factors can be distinguished and expanded in the context of evolving cultural realities and recent advancements in modern neurosciences.

The book not only offers a deeper understanding of depression but also explores innovative treatment options for this challenging condition. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers and students in the field of depression and mental health research, enriching their conceptual and clinical knowledge of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy. By providing a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach, this book contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of chronic depression and its impact on individuals and society.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032245676

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