Psychoanalytic theory influenced many facets of twentieth century culture. However, in order to sustain this influence it has to adapt to the challenges of our intellectual environment. This book atte
A Bestseller Attachment Theory shows scientifically how our earliest relationships with our mothers influence our later relationships in life. This book offers an excellent introduction to the finding
Mentalizing - the ability to understand oneself and others by inferring mental states that lie behind overt behaviour - develops within the context of attachment relationships. It is crucial to self-r
This acclaimed work provides a systematic, comprehensive, and balanced evaluation of the current status of all major psychotherapeutic approaches. With a primary focus on adults, detailed evidence is
Peter Fonagy Winner of the 2010 Sigourney Award!Psychoanalytic theory influenced many facets of 20th century culture, and shows every sign of continuing to have an impact in the 21st. However, in orde
Mentalizing-the ability to understand oneself and others by inferring the mental states that lie behind overt behaviour-develops during childhood within the context of a secure attachment relationship
What role does ethics play in the practice of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy?For most of its history, psychoanalysis has viewed ethics as a "side issue" in clinical work—occasionally relevant, but n
Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) is a brief psychodynamic psychotherapy developed for the treatment of mood disorders. It is being rolled out as part of the Improving Access to Psychological Thera
Dr. Sidney J. Blatt, who received a Ph.D. in personality development and psychopathology from the University of Chicago in 1957, is considered one of the most thorough and experienced authorities in m
This new edition of Handbook of Mentalizing in Mental Health Practice reflects a vibrant field undergoing development along a number of dimensions important for mental health. As evidenced by the numb
Socially excluded youth with mental health problems and co-occurring difficulties (e.g. conduct disorder, family breakdown, homelessness, substance use, exploitation, educational failure) attract the
In Restoring Mentalizing in Attachment Relationships: Treating Trauma With Plain Old Therapy, Jon G. Allen, Ph.D., argues that the incorporation of mentalizing into attachment theory and research prov
Social cognition refers to the capacity to think about others' thoughts, intentions, feelings, attitudes and perspectives and enables us to engage in the activities that humans value most, such as fa
Mentalizing, the fundamental human capacity to understand behavior in relation to mental states such as thoughts and feelings, is the basis of healthy relationships and self-awareness. A growing evide
A classic in the field of psychoanalytic literature, and winner of the 2003 Gradiva Award. Arguing for the importance of attachment and emotionality in the developing human consciousness, four promin
"The standard reference in the field, this acclaimed work synthesizes findings from hundreds of carefully selected studies of mental health treatments for children and adolescents. Chapters on frequen
The standard reference in the field, this acclaimed work synthesizes findings from hundreds of carefully selected studies of mental health treatments for children and adolescents. Chapters on frequent
This is the third volume in the series Contemporary Freud: Turning Points and Critical Issues, published for the International Psychoanalytical Association. Each volume presents a classic essay by Fre
The contributors to this volume place in context Freud's evolving thinking; focus on what it tells us about love, female sexuality and conventional morality; discuss the role of the therapist in the g
This handbook is intended for clinicians with a range of expertise who employ a psychodynamic orientation in the assessment and/or treatment of patients with personality pathology. Well documented an
Authoritative and comprehensive, this volume provides a contemporary psychodynamic perspective on frequently encountered psychological disorders in adults, children, and adolescents. Leading internati
Authoritative and comprehensive, this volume provides a contemporary psychodynamic perspective on frequently encountered psychological disorders in adults, children, and adolescents. Leading internati
The focus of this book is a series of detailed descriptions of clinical work with children. The contributors seek to understand their patients' problems by drawing upon a fundamentally psychoanalytic
