Psychoanalysis Through the Lens of Narcissism

Taylor & Francis Ltd

This critical historical review of psychoanalytic theory and practice reflects on the place of psychoanalysis in contemporary Western culture in light of its preoccupation with the self and associated failure to emphasize the role of close interpersonal relationships as central to the human psyche.\nThe elusive presence of the separate other in psychoanalytic theory is discussed vis-\u00E0-vis the life stories of Freud, Winnicott, and Kohut. The underlying narcissistic bias in the theories of these three pioneers of psychoanalysis \u0096 classical Freudian drive theory, Winnicott\u0092s theory of the parent-infant relationship, and Kohut's theory of self-psychology \u0096 is traced back to their narcissistic personality traits, which impacted their views and perceptions and obscured the fundamental centrality\n\nPsychoanalysis Through the Lens of Narcissism\n\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n;