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Hart, Bernard Milton

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ISBN 10 : 1440073279 ISBN 13 : 9781440073274

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Hidden causes of thought and madness explained in clear, accessible terms

Discover how repression, conflict, and hidden complexes help shape what we think and how we behave. This classic explores the idea that the insane mind often hides coherent patterns beneath outward chaos, and that psychology can illuminate both normal thought and mental disorder.

This work surveys foundational ideas in early psychology, showing how ideas from leading thinkers like Freud and Jung influenced views on mind and illness. It combines theoretical discussion with real‑world examples to illustrate how hidden motives drive actions, sometimes through indirect expression or rationalization. The author explains why the study of complexes and conflicts matters for understanding mental processes, both in everyday life and in cases of illness.

Learn how hidden complexes can steer thoughts and behaviors, sometimes without conscious awareness
See how inner conflicts can produce indirect expressions of those complexes in daily life
Understand the shift from harsh labels to a more nuanced view of mental disorder
Explore the idea that the insane mind can be analyzed with the same psychological laws as the sane

Ideal for readers of early psychology, students, and anyone curious about what shapes thinking, feeling, and behavior.

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The number of independent schools of thought existing at the present day, and the fundamental divergence in their methods of investigation, make it obviously impossible to compress such a treatise into the limits of a small volume. All that has been attempted here is the presentation of certain recent developments in abnormal psychology which have already yielded results of fundamental importance, and which seem to offer an exceptionally promising field for further investigation. An endeavour has been made to develop the subject-matter of the book in a systematic manner, so that the general principles which it is sought to establish may appear in as clear a light as possible. The adoption of the systematic method in a work of this size, however, renders a somewhat dogmatic mode of presentation inevitable.
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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1440073279
ISBN 13: 9781440073274
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 141
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The Psychology of Insanity (Classic Reprint)

Bernard Hart

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ISBN 10 : 1440073279 ISBN 13 : 9781440073274

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of abnormal psychology, exploring groundbreaking discoveries that shed light on the complexities of the human mind. The author emphasizes that this is not an exhaustive treatise on insanity, but rather a focused exploration of specific areas where psychological methods have yielded significant insights. The book traces the historical evolution of our understanding of mental disorders, from ancient demonological beliefs to the emergence of the modern physiological and psychological conceptions. It acknowledges the contributions of influential figures like Freud and Janet, while also presenting a distinct perspective on the subject. Central to the book's exploration is the concept of the unconscious mind and its role in shaping both normal and abnormal mental phenomena. The author examines the dynamics of conflict, repression, and projection, revealing how these processes can manifest in various forms of mental distress. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling invitation to understand the human mind in its entirety, recognizing that the boundaries between "normal" and "abnormal" are not always clear-cut. By illuminating the hidden workings of the unconscious, it provides valuable insights that can deepen our understanding of ourselves and others. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781440073274_0

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