Psychoanalysis in a Plague Year

A collection of sentences from patients during the COVID-19 pandemic, recorded by Donald Moss, provides a perspective on psychoanalytic practice and treatment. The sentences capture the mundane and extraordinary, reflecting the common ground shared by analysts and patients in unprecedented times. The book offers clinical insights into the daily life of contemporary psychoanalysts and is grounded in a contemporary psychoanalytic context.

Format: Hardback
Length: 92 pages
Publication date: 28 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Selecting one sentence from each session every day, Donald Moss has meticulously documented the words spoken by his patients over a year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The patients' narratives, woven together in a captivating tapestry, offer a profound insight into the realm of psychoanalytic practice and treatment during this unprecedented time. These sentences, arranged in a manner reminiscent of poetic verse, capture the essence of the analysts' daily lives, revealing the shared experiences and common ground forged between them in these extraordinary circumstances.

In the face of pandemic-related concerns and the ordinary challenges of daily life, these sentences reveal the resilience and adaptability of the human psyche. They shed light on the ways in which psychoanalysts navigate the complexities of their work, navigating the delicate balance between clinical expertise and the emotional toll of working with patients during a global health crisis.

The book is enriched by a clear preface from the author and a remarkable foreword by Timothy J. Clark, providing a contemporary psychoanalytic framework for understanding the narratives within. This insightful companion will captivate therapists, analysts in training, and practitioners alike, as well as those intrigued by the inner workings of the consulting room. Through the words of his patients, Donald Moss has created a testament to the power of psychoanalysis in navigating the challenges of a pandemic, offering valuable insights into the human psyche and the therapeutic process.

Weight: 350g
Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032207599