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In Search Of Self In India And Japan : Toward A Crosscultural Psychology,Used
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Drawing On Work With Indian And Japanese Patients, A Prominent American Psychoanalyst Explores Inner Worlds That Are Markedly Different From The Western Psyche. A Series Of Fascinating Case Studies Illustrates Alan Roland'S Argument: The 'Familial Self,' Rooted In The Subtle Emotional Hierarchical Relationships Of The Family And Group, Predominates In Indian And Japanese Psyches And Contrasts Strongly With The Western 'Individualized Self.' In Perceptive And Sympathetic Terms Roland Describes The Emotional Problems That Occur When Indians And Japanese Encounter Western Culture And The Resulting Successful Integration Of New Patterns That He Calls The 'Expanding Self.' Of Particular Interest Are Descriptions Of The Special Problems Of Women In Changing Society And Of The Paradoxical Relationship Of The 'Spiritual Self' Of Indians And Japanese To The 'Familial Self.?Also Described Is Roland'S Own Response To The Broadening Of His Emotional And Intellectual Horizons As He Talked To Patients And Supervised Therapists In India And Japan. 'As We Were Coming In For A Landing To Bombay,' He Writes, 'The Plane Banked So Sharply That When I Supposedly Looked Down All I Could See Were The Stars, While If I Looked Up, There Were The Lights Of The City.' This Is The 'World Turned Upside Down' That He Describes So Eloquently In This Book. What He Has Learned Will Fascinate Those Who Wish To Deepen Their Understanding Of A Different Way Of Being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of 'In Search of Self in India and Japan'? A: The book explores cross-cultural psychology by comparing the 'familial self' in Indian and Japanese cultures with the 'individualized self' typical of Western cultures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book, and what is his background? A: The author is Alan Roland, a prominent American psychoanalyst known for his work with patients in India and Japan.
- Q: What kind of case studies are included in the book? A: The book includes fascinating case studies that highlight emotional problems faced by Indians and Japanese in encountering Western culture.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in psychology? A: Yes, the book is particularly suitable for those interested in psychology, cultural studies, and the impact of culture on the self.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'In Search of Self in India and Japan'? A: The book was published on October 21, 1988.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 424 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What themes are discussed regarding women in changing societies? A: The book addresses special emotional problems faced by women in the context of changing societal norms in India and Japan.
- Q: How does the author describe his own experiences while writing this book? A: Alan Roland describes his experiences as broadening his emotional and intellectual horizons through conversations with patients and supervising therapists.
- Q: Is there an edition of this book available for purchase? A: The book does not have a specific edition mentioned, but it is available in its original hardcover format.