Psychoanalytic theories of lesbian development epitomize the
difficulty in liberating psychoanalysis from the past.
Psychoanalytic theory has traditionally adopted a clear position
that a lesbian orientation represented some form of psychological
abnormality. Thankfully -- but only very recently -- some
influential feminist leaders have begun to rethink issues of gender
and sexual orientation, removing heterosexuality from its
privileged position as normal.
In "Lesbians and Psychoanalysis, " Judith M. Glassgold and
Suzanne Iasenza bring together twenty-six of these pioneers in the
field of lesbian psychoanalytic theory. Through insightful chapters
based on years of clinical experience, each author helps to
redefine psychoanalytic theory by reinventing its foundations from
an affirmative perspective so that it better represents all
peoples.
"Lesbians and Psychoanalysis" addresses several topics of
emerging concern including multicultural diversity,
self-disclosure, homophobia, transference/countertransference
issues, bisexuality, and the changing nature of lesbian sexuality.
In addition, the authors examine the influence of stigma on human
development. In three sections -- Past, Present, and Future -- the
authors in turn critique past theory, discuss current issues in
therapy, and describe new directions in theory and practice. This
is a book that is sure to appeal not only to members of the
psychoanalytic community but also to all those who are interested
in gay and lesbian studies, feminism, and psychology.
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