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Marke und Mythos
by Stefan WallerMarke und Mythos.Eine kulturphilosophische BetrachtungIn Marken treten die Sehnsüchte des modernen Menschen hervor. In Nike die Hoffnung darauf es zu schaffen, wenn man es nur einfach tut; in einem Mercedes das Streben nach Status und in einer Master-Card verdichtetet sich die Sehnsucht nach denjenigen Momenten, die man für Geld nicht kaufen kann (für die man aber doch welches braucht). Die Liste kann man noch sehr lange fortsetzen. Trotzdem diese Markenbotschaften in den verschiedensten Kulturen verstanden werden, fuhren sie in der kulturphilosophischen Debatte ein Schattendasein. Professionellen Denkern erscheinen Marken im harmlosesten Falle als banal und im schlimmsten Falle als Instrument in einem malignen Verblendungszusammenhang. Als Ausdruck des Kapitalismus allemal, dem man kritisch, und das heißt ablehnend gegenübersteht. In einer neutraleren Haltung wird die Beschäftigung mit Marken als Gegenstand von Betriebswirtschaft, Marketing und Design verstanden und damit außerhalb der eigenen Kompetenz angesiedelt.
The Enigma of Metaphor: Philosophy, Pragmatics, Cognitive Science (UNIPA Springer Series)
by Stefana GarelloThis book deals with the complicated realm of metaphor, an enigma deeply embedded in language and cognition. There has been much discussion of metaphor in the past, but it was characterized by a certain fragmentation and lacked interdisciplinarity. In this field of study, the dominance of Cognitive Linguistics, epitomized by the Conceptual Metaphor Theory of George Lakoff and Mark Johnson, has caused the marginalization of alternative perspectives. To fill this gap, this book embarks on an interdisciplinary journey, inviting different theoretical frameworks to engage in a fruitful dialog. It navigates the labyrinth of theories and illuminates the nuanced facets of metaphor.At the center of this exploration are three central questions: whether metaphor belongs to the realm of style or thought, the intricate interplays between literal and metaphorical meanings and the integration of propositional and non-propositional elements in the construction of metaphorical meaning.Through a careful blend of historical analysis and contemporary hypotheses, the book unravels the complexities of metaphor, considering its evolution across the centuries and the myriad interpretations it evokes. By bringing together work from different fields, it ultimately shows that a definition of metaphor is theory-dependent and that metaphor is not a natural kind, but a complex and multifaceted philosophical concept whose study requires a multi-dimensional approach that transcends narrow theoretical boundaries. In this way, the book explores these considerations’ most important philosophical consequences and offers new insights into this fundamental aspect of human language.
Kink-Affirming Practice: Culturally Competent Therapy from the Leather Chair
by Stefani GoerlichKink-Affirming Practice is an essential guide on how clinicians can ethically and effectively integrate elements of their client’s BSDM identities and practices into their treatment planning, creative interventions, and client self-care. Embracing both an anthropological understanding of this diverse yet still marginalized community, as well as a sex-positive approach to mental health, Stefani Goerlich recognizes the ways in which specific power exchange dynamics can evoke positive behavioral changes in clients, and guides the reader in how to integrate these concepts into their clinical work. Chapters discuss the foundations of BDSM, what is meant by kink-affirming practice, the purpose of claiming power and ceding control, integrating and reclaiming identities, dominant/submissive personas, and the benefits of caregiving kink, such as pet play. It practically discusses how to conduct a kink-affirming risk assessment, as well as exploring topics like ethical and health boundary setting, how to gain informed consent, and the unique issues that arise when clinicians catch themselves romancing the kink. This book is invaluable reading for professionals working with clients who engage in BDSM activities, such as marriage and family therapists, sex therapists, clinical social workers, and counselors. It may also be useful reading for students on both undergraduate and graduate level human sexuality and sexuality courses.
The Leather Couch: Clinical Practice with Kinky Clients
by Stefani GoerlichThe Leather Couch provides a comprehensive overview of the BDSM and kink community and guides clinicians on how to meet the unique relational and mental health needs of its members. The text offers a 101-style introduction to BDSM before delving into topics ranging from intersectionality within the kink community, to conducting a kink-affirming risk assessment and how to discern between domestic violence and consensual power-exchange. The author explores differential diagnoses and clinical concerns that are relevant to health care providers, including social workers and therapists as well as primary care physicians and sex educators. Interwoven throughout with real-world case studies, each chapter presents practical suggestions, tools, and handouts the reader can use to inform their practice and serve clients in ways that meet the needs of each individual, couple, or partnership. Written in a conversational, accessible style for clinicians and members of the BDSM community alike, The Leather Couch is the go-to resource for any mental health professional or educator looking to transform their practice from kink aware to kink affirming.
¿Qué me está pasando?: Cómo combatir la ansiedad de nuestros hijos en un mundo cada vez más estresante
by Stefania Andreoli¿De dónde viene la ansiedad?¿Cómo se afronta?¿Qué diferencia la ansiedad de un ataque de pánico?¿Por qué cada vez hay más adolescentes afectados por ansiedad?En definitiva: ¿qué está pasando? ¿Qué estamos haciendo mal? Stefania Andreoli, experimentada psicóloga y terapeuta especialista en adolescencia, nos responde de forma clara y precisa a todas estas preguntas, nos descubre qué se esconde detrás de la ansiedad, cómo le podemos hacer frente y nos invita a ver en la ella una señal positiva de que algo no va bien. Si no hace mucho la ansiedad era un trastorno que solo afectaba a la población adulta, en estos últimos años son cada vez más los adolescentes que la sufren: dolor de estómago, mareos, sudores repentinos, palpitaciones, insomnio, cansancio... Son los síntomas recurrentes de los adolescentes que acuden al psicólogo, normalmente siempre acompañados de unos padres que no saben qué ha podido pasar. En casa no hay ningún problema, sus hijos obtienen buenos resultados académicos, son populares en el colegio, no les falta de nada y, aun así... no se encuentran bien. Stefania Andreoli nos invita a reflexionar qué es lo que está fallando y, además de la crisis económica actual y la incertidumbre laboral, analiza nuestra actitud como padres, unos Súper Padres que, queriendo lo mejor para nuestros hijos, los hemos protegido demasiado, les hemos dado de todo, pero no les hemos enseñado a incorporar el fracaso y el malestar en su vida cotidiana, indispensables si queremos que tengan una vida plena y madura. Nuestros hijos, ante tanto amor, no saben o no quieren crecer y, cuando el conflicto irrumpe, surge la ansiedad, una ansiedad que les pilla tan de sorpresa que los paraliza. Andreoli nos invita a que escuchemos más a nuestros hijos, les dejemos su espacio y permitamos que se equivoquen y se caigan. Dejaremos así de ser colegas o madres y padres avatares y ellos, a su vez, se olvidarán de Peter Pan y de Narciso y, como cualquier adolescente sano, les tocará rebelarse, soñarán con independizarse y odiarán el orden establecido.
Morphodynamics in Aesthetics: Essays on the Singularity of the Work of Art (Lecture Notes in Morphogenesis)
by Stefania CaliandroThis book deals with the complexity of art by focusing on the singularity of the work of art. Gathering a selection of writings in art theory and semiotics, it explores the question of apprehending art from its perceptual aspects to aesthetic comprehension and understanding. Theoretical enquiries focus in particular on the dynamics of the perception of forms, the semiotic value of colour, the aesthetic phenomenon of empathy, the function of vision in relation to other senses and its faculty to lead, in a substantial way, to the embodiment of sense. These theoretical points are constantly observed with reference to the analysis of works of art, especially from the beginning of the modern era, when a renovated psychophysical approach oriented the evolution of contemporary aesthetics. Research into art theories sheds light on how differentials in topologic positions, dimensions, relationships and tones contribute to the arising of forms and colours in perception, and affect the perceiver. The essays presented address in different ways the emergence of sense, by conceiving it as deeply anchored to the dynamics of perception, in addition to the cognitive disposition and knowledge, regardless of whether or not the subject (artist or beholder) is aware of these processes. Through in-depth analyses identifying to what extent the aesthetic moment builds on perceptual and semiotic processes, works of art are revealed to be singularities, reflecting the correlation with morphodynamics in the sciences.
Knot of the Soul: Madness, Psychoanalysis, Islam
by Stefania PandolfoThrough a dual engagement with the unconscious in psychoanalysis and Islamic theological-medical reasoning, Stefania Pandolfo’s unsettling and innovative book reflects on the maladies of the soul at a time of tremendous global upheaval. Drawing on in-depth historical research and testimonies of contemporary patients and therapists in Morocco, Knot of the Soul offers both an ethnographic journey through madness and contemporary formations of despair and a philosophical and theological exploration of the vicissitudes of the soul. Knot of the Soul moves from the experience of psychosis in psychiatric hospitals, to the visionary torments of the soul in poor urban neighborhoods, to the melancholy and religious imaginary of undocumented migration, culminating in the liturgical stage of the Qur’anic cure. Demonstrating how contemporary Islamic cures for madness address some of the core preoccupations of the psychoanalytic approach, she reveals how a religious and ethical relation to the “ordeal” of madness might actually allow for spiritual transformation. This sophisticated and evocative work illuminates new dimensions of psychoanalysis and the ethical imagination while also sensitively examining the collective psychic strife that so many communities endure today.
Exploring Rating Scale Functioning for Survey Research (Quantitative Applications in the Social Sciences)
by Stefanie A. WindItems with ordered response categories are common in survey research, such as when respondents are asked how much they agree with certain statements. But how large are the differences between categories of response, and how well do they distinguish between respondents? This volume is the first to introduce the evaluation of rating scales to an audience of survey researchers. Evaluating Rating Scale Functioning for Survey Research provides researchers with an overview of rating scale analysis along with practical guidance on how to conduct such analyses with their own survey data. Author Stefanie A. Wind presents three categories of methods: Rasch models; non-Rasch Item Response Theory (IRT) models; and non-parametric models, together with practical examples. Tutorials, datasets, and software code (R and Facets) to accompany the book are available on the book’s website.
Exploring Rating Scale Functioning for Survey Research (Quantitative Applications in the Social Sciences)
by Stefanie A. WindItems with ordered response categories are common in survey research, such as when respondents are asked how much they agree with certain statements. But how large are the differences between categories of response, and how well do they distinguish between respondents? This volume is the first to introduce the evaluation of rating scales to an audience of survey researchers. Evaluating Rating Scale Functioning for Survey Research provides researchers with an overview of rating scale analysis along with practical guidance on how to conduct such analyses with their own survey data. Author Stefanie A. Wind presents three categories of methods: Rasch models; non-Rasch Item Response Theory (IRT) models; and non-parametric models, together with practical examples. Tutorials, datasets, and software code (R and Facets) to accompany the book are available on the book’s website.
This Is Assisted Dying: A Doctor's Story of Empowering Patients at the End of Life
by Stefanie GreenA transformative and compassionate memoir by a leading pioneer in medically assisted dying who began her career in the maternity ward and now helps patients who are suffering explore and then fulfill their end of life choices.Dr. Stefanie Green has been forging new paths in the field of medical assistance in dying since 2016. In her landmark memoir, Dr. Green reveals the reasons a patient might seek an assisted death, how the process works, what the event itself can look like, the reactions of those involved, and what it feels like to oversee proceedings and administer medications that hasten death. She describes the extraordinary people she meets and the unusual circumstances she encounters as she navigates the intricacy, intensity, and utter humanity of these powerful interactions. Deeply authentic and powerfully emotional, This Is Assisted Dying contextualizes the myriad personal, professional, and practical issues surrounding assisted dying by bringing readers into the room with Dr. Green, sharing the voices of her patients, her colleagues, and her own narrative. As our population confronts issues of wellness, integrity, agency and community, and how to live a connected, meaningful life, this progressive and compassionate book by a physician at the forefront of medically assisted dying offers comfort and potential relief. This Is Assisted Dying will change the way people think about their choices at the end of life, and show that assisted dying is less about death than about how we wish to live.
Local Agency and Peacebuilding
by Stefanie KapplerWhile agency has become the new buzzword for researchers in the area of peace and conflict studies, it remains a concept that is both under-theorised and contested in terms of how it transforms the disciplines of Politics, International Relations and Peace and Conflict. In this book, Kappler develops a relational and spatial concept of agency, enhancing our understanding of the complex and subtle processes through which peacebuilding actors engage and interact with each other. Using the EU's engagement in peacebuilding in Bosnia-Herzegovina as a primary case study, this book investigates outlines competing discourse clusters in the interplay between the EU and local actors engaged in creative cultural activities. An investigation of the contested nature of agency in its ability to give meaning to peacebuilding highlights the potential of local actors to impact upon and resist institutional discourses. Kappler also conveys the challenges of peacebuilding in Cyprus where there is a lack of connection between local and international discursive spaces, whilst the more limited depth of international intervention in South Africa in turn suggests a more flexible set of actors as well as more dynamic interaction in the emergence of peace-related discourses. This book provides an original discussion of agency in relation to EU peacebuilding, exploring the subtle forms of interaction between actors and framing the analysis in ways that allow for practical application.
Fahrradpiktogramme auf der Fahrbahn: Ein Beitrag zu Flächengerechtigkeit und Verkehrssicherheit in beengten Verhältnissen (Verkehrspsychologie)
by Stefanie RufFahrradpiktogramme auf der Fahrbahn können genutzt werden, um Radfahrende in beengten Verhältnissen auf ihr Recht, auf der Fahrbahn zu fahren, aufmerksam zu machen. Gleichzeitig dienen sie als Hinweis für Kfz-Fahrende, auf Radfahrende auf der Fahrbahn vorbereitet zu sein und diesen rücksichtsvoll zu begegnen. International sind sicherheitsförderliche Effekte der Maßnahmen gut belegt, eine Untersuchung im deutschen Verkehrskontext stand bisher jedoch noch aus. Stefanie Ruf begleitet die Umsetzung von Piktogrammen in verschiedenen deutschen Kommunen mit Vorher-Nachher-Befragungen im Feld sowie mit einer ergänzenden kontrollierten Online-Befragung. Ihre Erkenntnisse zeigen, dass Fahrradpiktogramme auf der Fahrbahn auch in Deutschland einen Beitrag zu Flächengerechtigkeit und Verkehrssicherheit leisten können, gleichzeitig werden auch wichtige Einschränkungen diskutiert.
Der Anti-Stress-Trainer für Juristen: "Komm zu Dir!" - Justieren Sie sich Plädoyer für das Training der Selbstregulation (Anti-Stress-Trainer)
by Stefanie Simone KliefJuristen bilden keine heterogene Berufsgruppe ab. Sie nehmen die unterschiedlichsten Tätigkeiten wahr, sind in den verschiedensten Hierarchien eingeordnet und arbeiten sich gleichermaßen durch Aktenberge wie direkt „am Menschen“. Da geht es um Rechtsgestaltung, Streitvermeidung und Streitentscheidung, also Urteilskraft. Dazu braucht es Problemlösungs- und Analysefähigkeiten. Das ist es, was alle eint: vor oft schwierig fassbaren Problemen nicht zu kapitulieren, sondern selbstgesteuert Rückschlüsse zu ziehen und konstruktive Lösungsmöglichkeiten zu erarbeiten. Diese Fähigkeiten nutzt der Anti-Stress-Trainer für Juristen als Grundlage, um darauf aufbauend das Bewusstsein für die Ressource der Selbstregulation zu wecken und sie mittels einiger Techniken zu trainieren. Dies braucht Zeit, Raum und Engagement. Jegliche Prozesse, und gerade die der Stressregulierung, können dauerhaft nur über Bewegung zum Ziel führen. Zu dieser facettenreichen Dynamik möchte das Buch gerne anregen.
The Child in You: The Breakthrough Method for Bringing Out Your Authentic Self
by Stefanie StahlThe breakthrough million-copy international bestseller about how to befriend your inner child to find happiness"Compassionate, clear-eyed, and insightful . . . The Child in You is like your own personal therapist that you can carry around with you." --Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to SomeoneWe all want to be loved and to feel safe to express who we really are. But over time we grow estranged from what brings us our purest happiness--because everyday traumas, unyielding societal expectations, and the judgment of our parents and peers submerge our true self beneath layers of behaviors rooted in fear and shame and mistrust. In The Child in You, psychologist Stefanie Stahl guides you, step-by-step, through her therapeutic method that has helped millions to peel away these layers and reconnect with their inner child--both the shadow child, representing our deepest insecurities and the part of our self-esteem that is injured and unstable, and the sun child, representing our greatest joys and the part of our self-esteem that remains positive and intact.The many examples and exercises in this book will help you discover your shadow child and sun child, identify which of the shadow child's dozen self-protection strategies are at work in you, and put into practice the array of proven self-reflection strategies to overcome negative influences and beliefs. Because it's never too late to have a happy childhood, or to bring your authentic self out from the shadows so you can embody your radiant individuality.A PENGUIN LIFE TITLE
Like Wind, Like Wave: Fables from the Land of the Repressed
by Stefano BologniniAn Italian psychoanalyst and raconteur reflects insightfully on life and the common experiences that make us human. “The brief pieces collected in this volume are as much short stories as they are essays as they are psychoanalytic studies. In every chapter, the stage is set for consideration of large matters—the nature of passion, the crucial role of illusion and disillusion in life, what constitutes heroism—but always in relation to a very particular story from the author’s life, and always a story told with the kind of charming humor that points us toward tolerance for and appreciation of the richness of humanity. There is a lovely and beguiling intimacy about Stefano Bolognini’s prose, so that psychoanalytic concepts are never intrusions of jargon, but rather ideas to conjure with, creatively. ” —From the Foreword by Owen Renik IN THESE TEN ESSAYS, Stefano Bolognini tells colorful stories from his life, from encounters with a giant Caucasian sheepdog and a martial arts master to a wandering journey through a remote Italian village, and draws out the meaning of these experiences for himself and his readers. Showcasing Bolognini’s gift for storytelling and his remarkable insight,Like Wind, Like Wavemarks a welcome return to psychoanalytic writing as a subjective art. as a subjective art.
Secret Passages: The Theory and Technique of Interpsychic Relations (The New Library of Psychoanalysis)
by Stefano BologniniSecret Passages provides a theoretical and clinical exploration of the field of psychoanalysis. It looks at the pivotal relationship between analyst and client and its importance to the psychoanalytic process. Offering a uniquely global perspective, Bolognini considers the different trends in contemporary psychoanalysis, charting a course between the innovative and traditional. Divided into three parts, areas of discussion include: plurality and complexity in the internal world the complex nature of psychoanalytic empathy from the transpsychic to the interpsychic. Drawing on vivid clinical examples throughout, Secret Passages will be of great interest to all psychoanalysts, in particular those with an interest in gaining a more global theoretical perspective.
Vital Flows Between the Self and Non-Self: The Interpsychic (New Library of Psychoanalysis)
by Stefano BologniniVital Flows explores the concept of the Interpsychic, or that which exists in our unconscious or preconscious inter- and intra-human exchanges and demonstrates its significance for understanding psychoanalytic theory and practice. Drawing on rich clinical material, Bolognini explains how interactions between the self and the ego may be affected by pre-conscious associations, and how these can hinder the development of our self-concept and social interaction. Combining his international theoretical and clinical knowledge, Bolognini provides meaningful ways to understand the unconscious and renders patients’ preconscious channels viable and liveable in a transformative way. With the understanding that the psychic life consists of internal and external interactions equivalent to those that occur by bodily exchange, this text provides an insightful account of how internal life can shape our development from childhood onwards. As an instructive and topical text which draws meaningfully from Italian, British and North-American psychoanalysis, Vital Flows will be critical for psychoanalysts and psychotherapists alike, as they seek to understand and apply the inter-psychic within their own practice.
Absolute Freedom: Individuation and Individualization in Second-Late-Modern Societies
by Stefano CarpaniWithin this book, the fields of analytical psychology and sociology combine to examine and explore current social theory and the concept that the author has termed ‘absolute freedom’.This work serves as a vital contribution to contemporary social and psychoanalytic research, unveiling the intricacies of psychological and social dynamics in our current epoch. Stefano Carpani explores the intersection of psychology and sociology, providing a fresh perspective beyond conventional boundaries. It conducts a comparative analysis of C. G. Jung's individuation process and Ulrich Beck's individualization theory, presenting the groundbreaking 'I+I' synthesis. This latter concept acts as a linchpin in deciphering self-identity narratives in the 21st century's dynamic landscape, before the author introduces the concept of absolute freedom, contextualizing it within the multifaceted complexities of contemporary second-late-modern existence.This compelling new book will be of great interest to academics, scholars and students in the fields of analytical psychology, sociology and psychosocial studies.
Anthology of Contemporary Clinical Classics in Analytical Psychology: The New Ancestors
by Stefano CarpaniThis anthology of contemporary classics in analytical psychology bring together academic, scholarly and clinical writings by contributors who constitute the "post-Jungian" generation. Carpani brings together important contributions from the Jungian world to establish the "new ancestors" in this field, in order to serve future generations of Jungian analysts, scholars, historians and students. This generation of clinicians and scholars has shaped the contemporary Jungian landscape and their work continues to inspire discussions on key topics including archetypes, race, gender, trauma and complexes. Each contributor has selected a piece of their work which they feel best represents their research and clinical interests, each aiding the expansion of current discussions on Jung and contemporary analytical psychology studies. Spanning two volumes, which are also accessible as standalone books, this essential collection will be of interest to Jungian analysts and therapists, as well as academics and students of Jungian and post-Jungian studies.
Anthology of Contemporary Theoretical Classics in Analytical Psychology: The New Ancestors
by Stefano CarpaniThis anthology of contemporary classics in analytical psychology bring together academic, scholarly and clinical writings by contributors who constitute the "post-Jungian" generation. Carpani brings together important contributions from the Jungian world to establish the "new ancestors" in this field, in order to serve future generations of Jungian analysts, scholars, historians and students. This generation of clinicians and scholars has shaped the contemporary Jungian landscape, and their work continues to inspire discussions on key topics including archetypes, race, gender, trauma and complexes. Each contributor has selected a piece of their work which they feel best represents their research and clinical interests, each aiding the expansion of current discussions on Jung and contemporary analytical psychology studies. Spanning two volumes, which are also accessible as standalone books, this essential collection will be of interest to Jungian analysts and therapists, as well as to academics and students of Jungian and post-Jungian studies.
Individuation and Liberty in a Globalized World: Psychosocial Perspectives on Freedom after Freedom
by Stefano CarpaniWhat is the best way to understand the narratives of self-identity at the beginning of the 21st century? This interdisciplinary collection brings together perspectives from analytical psychology, sociology, psychiatry, psychosocial studies, and psychoanalysis to consider questions about individuation and freedom in our unhinged world. The contributors discuss the meaning of, and need for, individuation in individualized and liquid societies. The book begins with a comparison of three approaches: C.G. Jung’s individuation, Ulrich Beck’s individualization, and Zygmunt Bauman’s liquidity. This sets the tone for further consideration of topics including guilt, social media, global nomads, and surveillance. Theoretical reflections are enhanced by clinical material, and the book emphasizes the connections between sociology and psychoanalysis, offering significant insights into the importance of psychosocial approaches. This timely work will be of great interest to academics and scholars of psychosocial studies, Jungian studies, sociology, and politics.
The Plural Turn in Jungian and Post-Jungian Studies: The Work of Andrew Samuels
by Stefano CarpaniThis unique book showcases the cutting-edge work of researchers in Jungian and post-Jungian studies, focusing on the advances being made at the University of Essex, UK, and operating as a Festschrift for Professor Andrew Samuels. The Plural Turn in Jungian and Post-Jungian Studies includes contributions from innovative authors who specialise in Jung but incorporate ideas from other psychoanalytic schools and from a range of disciplines. The book includes chapters which shed new light on concepts including alchemy, archetypes and individuation and which examine art, relationships and politics. It both honours the work of Andrew Samuels and sets the foundations of an ‘Essex School’ of Jungian studies. A wide-ranging collection, this book will be essential for academics and scholars of Jungian and post-Jungian studies. It will also be a key title for all readers with an interest in the work of Andrew Samuels.
A Jungian and Evolutionary Approach to Psychology and Culture: The Infinite Ladder
by Stefano CartaThis ground-breaking book re-positions C.G. Jung's legacy, and the field of analytical psychology, within the panorama of contemporary knowledge in neurobiology, psychology, culture and anthropology.Within this new volume, Stefano Carta aims to provide a new, up-to-date way of understanding Jung's work, and to show the effect to which his central positions can be better understood in relation to topics such as the nature of the psyche, of the self, of the collective unconscious, and of archetypal theory. This book describes, with extensive substantiations and an original discussion, the transformation of psychological processes into cultural ones, leading to the formation of various forms of symbolic institutions.Spanning two volumes, which are also accessible as standalone books, and with international appeal and original and interdisciplinary in scope, they will be of great interest to Jungian scholars and analysts as well as students and those on Jungian-oriented training courses.
From Biology to Psychology in Jungian and Evolutionary Theory: The Infinite Ladder
by Stefano CartaThis groundbreaking book repositions C.G. Jung's legacy, and the field of analytical psychology, within the panorama of contemporary knowledge in biology, psychology and anthropology, on the grounds of the role of affects and emotion as the foundation of all psychic activity.Within this new volume, Stefano Carta aims to provide a new, up-to-date way of understanding Jung's work, and to show the effect to which his central positions can be better understood in relation to topics such as the nature of the psyche, of the Self, of the collective unconscious and of archetypal theory. From an evolutionary and biological perspective, this book describes, with extensive substantiations and an original discussion, the transformation of the biological processes into psychological ones. Additionally, the book aims to identify current tendencies which view analytical psychology in increasingly reductionistic ways and reaffirm the dynamism of Jung’s paradigm.Spanning two volumes, which are also accessible as standalone books, and with international appeal and original and interdisciplinary in scope, they will be of great interest to Jungian scholars and analysts, as well as students and those on Jungian-oriented training courses.
Political Passions and Jungian Psychology: Social and Political Activism in Analysis
by Stefano Carta; and Emilija KiehlIn this book, a multidisciplinary and international selection of Jungian clinicians and academics discuss some of the most compelling issues in contemporary politics. Presented in five parts, each chapter offers an in-depth and timely discussion on themes including migration, climate change, walls and boundaries, future developments, and the psyche. Taken together, the book presents an account of current thinking in their psychotherapeutic community as well as the role of practitioners in working with the results of racism, forced relocation, colonialism, and ecological damage. Ultimately, this book encourages analysts, scholars, psychotherapists, sociologists, and students to actively engage in shaping current and future political, socio-economic, and cultural developments in this increasingly complex and challenging time.