The Limits of Interpretation - New Edition

Summary

The theoretical and practical basis of psychoanalysis as described by Freud lies in interpretation - a statement to the patient that places his or her behaviour or words in a different context. In their enthusiasm for this procedure, psychoanalysts have tended to underestimate the limitations of this technique and overlooked other ways of helping the patient.
In this ground-breaking book, Peter Lomas discusses the importance of the relationship between patient and therapist, and puts forward the merits of a more open, honest, and personal engagement.
The book, first published in 1987, has become a classic. In this new edition, much of the material has been re-written. While the general tenor and central argument remain, the author has conscientiously revised and, in places, sharpened his argument. The result is a book that is even clearer and more compelling than the original.

Product details

• Authors: Peter Lomas
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 25.01.2001
• EAN: 9781841193786
• ISBN: 978-1-84119-378-6
• No. of pages: 192
• Dimensions: 129 mm x 198 mm x 15 mm
• Weight: 199 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Psychology > Theoretical psychology; MEDICAL / Mental Health, PSYCHOLOGY / Psychopathology / General, PSYCHOLOGY / Clinical Psychology, MEDICAL / Psychiatry / General, PSYCHOLOGY / Movements / General, PSYCHOLOGY / Mental Health, MEDICAL / Nursing / Psychiatric & Mental Health, PSYCHOLOGY / Psychopathology / Depression