Surviving Object: Psychoanalytic clinical essays on psychic survival-of-the-object

Abram's book explores the dual concept of an intrapsychic surviving and non-surviving object, placing the early m/Other at the center of the nascent psyche before innate factors. It elaborates on Winnicott's key concepts and demonstrates how they arise from the transference-countertransference matrix of the analyzing situation. The Surviving Object comprises 8 chapters covering themes such as the incommunicado self, violation of the self, terror at the roots of non-survival, and infantile sexuality. It appeals to psychoanalysts and psychoanalytically-informed psychotherapists who are inspired by clinical psychoanalysis and the study of human nature.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 186 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In his groundbreaking book, Abram delves into the intricate realm of the psyche, exploring the dual concept of an intrapsychic surviving and non-surviving object. Through meticulous examination, he sheds light on how psychic survival-of-the-object plays a pivotal role in shaping the early m/Other at the core of the nascent psyche, surpassing the influence of innate factors. Abrams' clinical-theoretical elaborations not only enrich Winnicott's key concepts but also illustrate how they emerge from the intricate transference-countertransference dynamics within the analytic setting.

Chapter by chapter, the reader witnesses the evolution of Abram's proposals, which not only deepen our understanding of Winnicott's original clinical paradigm but also reveal the vast riches concealed within his texts, particularly in the contemporary consulting room. The Surviving Object, a comprehensive volume, comprises eight chapters that delve into profound themes such as the incommunicado self, violation of the self, the paradox of communication, the terror of non-survival, an implicit theory of desire, the fear of WOMAN underlying misogyny, the significance of infantile sexuality, the "father in the nursing mothers mind as an 'integrate in the nascent psyche,' formlessness preceding integration, and a theory of madness.

This book holds immense appeal to psychoanalysts and psychoanalytically-informed psychotherapists at all levels, who are drawn to the clinical psychoanalysis and the study of human nature. It serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to expand their knowledge and enhance their therapeutic approaches, fostering a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics of the psyche and the human experience.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 155 x 326 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032075181