The Psychoanalytic Understanding of Consciousness, Free Will, Language, and Reason: What Makes Us Human?

The Psychoanalytic Understanding of Consciousness,Free Will,Language,and Reason explores the question of what makes us human by examining the ways in which psychoanalysis can be used to better understand humanity. It argues that we need to better understand the psychoanalytic approach to human nature in order to answer questions such as consciousness, free will, language, and reason and to provide a new way of understanding issues such as addiction, political conflict, ideology, and destructive personal relationships.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 12 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Psychoanalytic Understanding of Consciousness, Free Will, Language, and Reason delves into the intricate tapestry of human existence, seeking to unravel the mysteries that define us as a species. Throughout the ages, thinkers have embarked on a quest to comprehend the essence of our humanity, posing profound questions such as: What is consciousness? Do we possess the inherent power of free will? Do animals communicate through language? And what is the meaning of reason? Samuel contends that a deeper comprehension of the psychoanalytic perspective on human nature is essential in answering these existential queries, as well as in offering a fresh lens through which to interpret pressing issues such as addiction, political conflict, ideology, and destructive personal relationships.

This groundbreaking book holds immense relevance for psychotherapists, as well as students and scholars immersed in the realms of psychoanalysis, philosophy, and psychology. Its pages are brimming with insights and revelations that will deepen our understanding of the human condition and propel us toward a more compassionate and enlightened world.

Weight: 394g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032428611