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The Danger of Change,New
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Confusing clinical standoffs, loyalty to selfdestruction and abrupt terminations are challenging and underexamined problems for the modern psychoanalytic practitioner. The Danger of Change is a timely book that addresses the socalled resistant patient so many clinicians are familiar with.Robert Waska blends theory based on Melanie Kleins classical stance with the more contemporary Freudian/Kleinian school, to demonstrate how to understand patients that are resistant to progress. Divided into four sections, this book covers:reluctant patients and the fight against change: caught between the paranoid and depressive worldgreed and the dangers of changeinterruptions to the process of change: loss, envy, and the death instinctworking toward change in the face of overwhelming oddsExtensive and detailed clinical material is used to bring clarity to subjects including symbolism, conflict resolution, projective identification, the depressive and paranoid positions, change and trust.The Danger of Change brings hope and clarity to cases involving patients who experience progress as a threat to their emotional wellbeing. It will be of great interest to all practising psychoanalysts, as well as those studying psychoanalytic theory and practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Danger of Change'? A: 'The Danger of Change' addresses the challenges faced by modern psychoanalytic practitioners, particularly in dealing with resistant patients. It explores themes of loyalty to self-destruction and the complexities of change in psychoanalysis.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Robert Waska, who blends classical and contemporary psychoanalytic theories to provide insights into patient resistance and change.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book is divided into four sections covering reluctant patients, the dangers of change, interruptions to the change process, and strategies for working toward change despite obstacles.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Danger of Change' have? A: 'The Danger of Change' contains 272 pages, providing extensive clinical material and analysis.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Danger of Change' was published on April 21, 2006.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it accessible for readers.
- Q: Is 'The Danger of Change' suitable for students of psychoanalysis? A: Yes, the book is of great interest not only to practicing psychoanalysts but also to students studying psychoanalytic theory and practice.
- Q: Does the book include clinical case studies? A: Yes, 'The Danger of Change' includes extensive and detailed clinical material to illustrate key concepts, including symbolism and conflict resolution.
- Q: What kind of readers would benefit from this book? A: The book is beneficial for psychoanalysts, students of psychoanalysis, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of change in therapeutic settings.
- Q: Does the book address the emotional wellbeing of patients? A: 'The Danger of Change' discusses how patients may view progress as a threat to their emotional wellbeing and offers insights for clinicians to navigate these challenges.