The Three Christs of Ypsilanti: A Psychological Study
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- Synopsis
- In 1960 psychologist Milton Rokeach staged an unusual experiment to study questions of identity and delusional thinking. He brought together three chronic schizophrenic patients at Ypsilanti State Hospital in Michigan, each of whom believed himself to be Jesus Christ. For over a year the research team and the three patients met daily. This book is an account of what occurred in and outside these meetings as the three Christs struggled to adjust their concept of themselves against the fact that others claimed the same identity. Although some of the researchers' methods seem questionable by today's standards, this is a fascinating look at how beliefs are formed and sustained, and a poignant portrayal of three deeply troubled human beings.
- Copyright:
- 1964
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 339 Pages
- Publisher:
- N/A
- Date of Addition:
- 10/15/07
- Copyrighted By:
- Milton Rokeach
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Disability-Related, Biographies and Memoirs, Health, Mind and Body, Psychology
- Submitted By:
- Deborah Kent Stein
- Proofread By:
- NW
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
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