The Astonishing Adolescent Upheaval in Psychoanalysis

This book explores the psychopathological responses of adolescents to different disturbances, including maternal violence, the erotic field, self-mutilation, and social withdrawal, with a focus on issues affecting contemporary adolescents. It offers a new approach that re-establishes the impact of significant objects in the impasses of narcissistic suffering and will be of interest to clinicians working with adolescents.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 158 pages
Publication date: 26 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book brings together a diverse group of international contributors, who share their theoretical and clinical expertise in working with adolescents. By examining the various psychopathological responses observed in adolescent patients, the authors aim to provide insightful perspectives on how these challenges can be effectively addressed in analysis.

The book is organized into chapters, each dedicated to a specific topic relevant to psychoanalysts treating adolescents with diverse disturbances at the psychic level. These chapters cover a wide range of situations and perspectives, encompassing maternal violence, the erotic field, self-mutilation, and social withdrawal. A central theme throughout is the impact of significant objects on the impasses encountered in narcissistic suffering.

The contributors to this book possess a wealth of experience in their respective fields, contributing to a rich and insightful exploration of the complexities of adolescent development. Their contributions offer valuable insights into the challenges faced by adolescents and the strategies employed by psychoanalysts to navigate these challenges effectively.

The Astonishing Adolescent Upheaval in Psychoanalysis is a valuable resource for psychoanalytic and psychodynamic clinicians working with adolescents. It provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the unique challenges and complexities of this age group, and offers practical strategies for addressing these challenges in the therapeutic setting. By re-establishing the importance of significant objects in the treatment of narcissistic suffering, this book offers a fresh perspective on the field of adolescent psychoanalysis.

Weight: 272g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032461502