Psychoanalysis and Philosophy of Mind - Unconscious Mentality in the Twenty-first Century (Paperback)

Of the topics found in psychoanalytic theory it is Freud's philosophy of mind that is at once the most contentious and enduring. Psychoanalytic theory makes bold claims about the significance of unconscious mental processes and the wish-fulfilling activity of the mind, citing their importance for understanding the nature of dreams and explaining both normal and pathological behaviour. However, since Freud's initial work, both modern psychology and philosophy have had much to say about the merits of Freudian thinking. Developments in psychology, philosophy, and psychoanalysis raise new challenges and questions concerning Freud's theory of mind. This book addresses the psychoanalytic concept of mind in the 21st century via a joint scientific and philosophical appraisal of psychoanalytic theory. It provides a fresh critical appraisal and reflection on Freudian concepts, as well as addressing how current evidence and scientific thinking bear upon Freudian theory. The book centres upon the major concepts in psychoanalysis, including the notion of unconscious mental processes and wish-fulfilment and their relationship to dreams, fantasy, attachment processes, and neuroscience.

General

Imprint:	Karnac Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2015
First published:	2015
Editors:	Simon Boag • Linda A.W. Brakel • Vesa Talvitie
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 27mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	314
ISBN-13:	978-1-78220-179-3
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Philosophy of mind Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Philosophy & theory of psychology > Psychoanalysis & psychoanalytical theory Books > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Philosophy of mind
LSN:	1-78220-179-3
Barcode:	9781782201793

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