Trauma, Flight and Migration: Psychoanalytic Perspectives

The book brings together leading international psychoanalysts to discuss the applications of psychoanalysis to people who have experienced trauma, flight, and migration. It covers psychoanalytic projects beyond the couch and collaboration with the UN, with each chapter presenting an example of psychoanalysis in a specific group or context.

Format: Hardback
Length: 234 pages
Publication date: 19 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book is divided into four parts, each exploring different aspects of psychoanalytic work with trauma, flight, and migration. Part One examines psychoanalytic projects beyond the couch, such as online therapy and teletherapy, and explores how these approaches can be used to reach individuals who may not have access to traditional psychoanalytic treatment. Part Two explores the role of psychoanalysis in working with refugees and asylum seekers, highlighting the unique challenges and complexities of this work. Part Three explores the experiences of women who have witnessed political violence in Peru, using psychoanalysis to understand the impact of trauma on their mental health and well-being. Part Four discusses the collaboration between psychoanalysts and the United Nations (UN) in addressing the global refugee crisis, highlighting the importance of psychoanalytic knowledge and expertise in humanitarian work.

Throughout the book, case studies and examples are used to illustrate the applications of psychoanalysis with specific groups or in particular contexts. These examples range from working with refugees in China to understanding the experiences of women who have witnessed political violence in Peru. The book also includes contributions from leading international psychoanalysts, who offer their insights and perspectives on the work with trauma, flight, and migration.

In conclusion, Psychoanalytic work with Trauma, Flight and Migration is a groundbreaking book that offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the international contributions made by psychoanalysis. This innovative book will be essential reading for psychoanalysts and psychoanalytic psychotherapists looking to learn more about working with people who have experienced the impact of traumatic movement or migration. By examining psychoanalytic projects beyond the couch, working with refugees and asylum seekers, understanding the experiences of women who have witnessed political violence, and collaborating with the UN, this book provides valuable insights and practical strategies for addressing the complex challenges faced by individuals who have experienced trauma, flight, and migration.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032034904