Overview
Using a phenomenologic as well as a psychoanalytic approach, Dr. Chessick explores the viewpoints of philosophers, psychoanalysts, cultural historians, artists, and others on the issue of creativity and emotional illness. His phenomenologic approach is based on Sartre's notion of each individual's "project," while his psychoanalytic approach is influenced by the traditional conceptions of Freudian psychoanalysis as well as object relations theory and self psychology. This volume has appeal for psychiatrists, psychoanalysts, and psychologists with an interest in psychodynamic issues, for clinicians who treat artists, and for philosophers, literary critics, cultural historians, and students of any of these disciplines.The book contains no figures.
Synopsis
Using a phenomenologic as well as a psychoanalytic approach, Dr. Chessick explores the viewpoints of philosophers, psychoanalysts, cultural historians, artists, and others on the issue of creativity and emotional illness. His phenomenologic approach is based on Sartre's notion of each individual's "project," while his psychoanalytic approach is influenced by the traditional conceptions of Freudian psychoanalysis as well as object relations theory and self psychology. This volume has appeal for psychiatrists, psychoanalysts, and psychologists with an interest in psychodynamic issues, for clinicians who treat artists, and for philosophers, literary critics, cultural historians, and students of any of these disciplines.
Booknews
Chessick (psychiatry and behavioral sciences, Northwestern U.) explores the relationship between mental illness and creativity, taking a phenomenological approach informed by Sartre's notion of each individual's "project," and a psychological approach influenced by Freudian psychoanalysis, object relations theory, and self psychology. Chapters alternate between theoretical discussions, and case studies of Ezra Pound and of "Barry," a composite patient with artistic leanings. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)