Psychoanalysis of the Psychoses: Current Developments in Theory and Practice

Psychoanalysis of the Psychoses is a comprehensive guide to understanding how psychosis is conceptualized from a psychoanalytic perspective, offering insights into working with psychotic patients, typical problems in treating psychosis, and the role of pharmacology. It demonstrates the relational dimension of psychoanalysis, which can help strengthen the patient's observing Ego and facilitate the integration of different areas of the personality.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 10 May 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Psychoanalysis of the Psychoses is a groundbreaking work that brings together a distinguished international set of contributors, offering a diverse range of perspectives and approaches to explore the latest thinking in the psychoanalytic treatment of psychosis and related disorders. Drawing on cutting-edge findings from neuroscience, theory, and clinical material from various schools of psychoanalytic thought, this comprehensive guide provides a deep understanding of how psychosis is conceptualized from a psychoanalytic perspective. It delves into effective strategies for working with psychotic patients, addressing common challenges in treating psychosis, and examining the role of pharmacology in this realm. Moreover, the book emphasizes the relational dimension, which holds immense potential for strengthening the patient's observing Ego and facilitating the integration of different aspects of the personality. This transformative process empowers patients to identify and address the primary psychological stress factors underlying psychotic disturbances, transforming chaotic thoughts into valuable insights and offering them the opportunity to forge a creative relationship with their own existence.

Psychoanalysis of the Psychoses is a valuable resource for psychoanalysts, psychoanalytic psychotherapists, and psychiatrists alike, who seek to incorporate psychoanalytic ideas into their work. It offers a wealth of knowledge and insights that can enhance the understanding and treatment of psychosis and related disorders, promoting a more holistic and compassionate approach to mental health care.

Weight: 468g
Dimension: 159 x 233 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367138240