1st Edition
Nonrational Logic in Contemporary Society A Depth Psychology Perspective on Magical Thinking, Conspiracy Theories and Folk Devils Among Us
By Jim Kline
Copyright 2023
240 Pages
20 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
240 Pages
20 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
240 Pages
20 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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Nonrational Logic in Contemporary Society explores modern examples of beliefs that defy logic but nevertheless are enthusiastically embraced by legions of contemporary people living in technologically advanced societies.The appeal of nonrational logic is based upon C.G. Jung’s ideas regarding archetypes, considered to be unconscious thought and behavioural patterns universal to all of humanity... Read more
Introduction. What is Nonrational Logic? 1. Folk Devils Among Us 2. Magical Thinking- Primary Process Thinking = Delusional Thinking = Hysterical Thinking 3. Don't Touch, Think, or Do That- Contagion, Contamination, and Taboo 4. Totemism- The Golden Bough, Toilet, Dildo and Gun 5. Soulful and Soulless 6.The Dying and Resurrecting God/King/Hero/Billionaire 7. Techpocalypse, Or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love My Smartphone Index
Biography
Jim Kline, Ph.D. in Psychology with Jungian Studies Specialization; Saybrook University, San Francisco, CA; Professor of Psychology, Northern Marianas College, Northern Mariana Islands His previous publications have appeared in such Jungian-themed journals as Psychological Perspectives, Jung Journal, Spring Journal, and The International Journal of Jungian Studies. He is also the author of The Otherworld in Myth, Folklore, Cinema, and Brain Science.
