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A Short Introduction to Psychoanalysis is a down-to-earth guide to arguably the most misunderstood of all the psychological therapies. With reference to contemporary developments in theory and practice, the book explains what psychoanalysis really is, providing the reader with an overview of its: basic concepts; historical development; main critiques, and; research base; Demonstrating the far reaching influence of psychoanalysis, the authors - all practicing psychoanalysts - describe how its concepts have been applied beyond the consulting room and examine its place within the spectrum of other psychological theories. Whether reading about psychoanalysis as part of an academic course or purely for personal interest, A Short Introduction to Psychoanalysis provides the ideal way-in to the subject for new readers. For those who are thinking of becoming a psychoanalyst, the book also provides information on the training process and the structure of the profession.Product Identifiers
PublisherSage Publications Inc
ISBN-139780761971870
eBay Product ID (ePID)96804871
Product Key Features
SubjectPsychology
Publication Year2004
Number of Pages200 Pages
Publication NameA Short Introduction to Psychoanalysis
LanguageEnglish
TypeTextbook
AuthorJane Milton, Caroline Polmear, Julia Fabricius
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height216 mm
Item Width138 mm
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorCaroline Polmear, Jane Milton, Julia Fabricius
Series TitleShort Introductions to the Therapy Professions