1st Edition

Understanding Narcissism in Clinical Practice

    110 Pages
    by Routledge

    110 Pages
    by Routledge

    Understanding Narcissism in Clinical Practice is a new volume in the eagerly anticipated clinical practice monograph series from the Society of Analytical Psychology. Aimed primarily at trainees on psychotherapy and psychodynamic counselling courses, these compact editions will be invaluable to all who wish to learn the basics of major psychoanalytic theories from an integrated viewpoint. The authors are Jungian analysts trained at the SAP; highly experienced in both theory and practice. Narcissism is one of the most important contributions of psychoanalysis, as well as one of the most confusing. This monograph presents the clinical condition of narcissistic disorder in a clear, concise and easy-to-read style. The myth of Narcissus, from where the term 'narcissism' originates, is presented and discussed. Several brief case studies, plus one in-depth, illustrate the manifestations of narcissistic disorder that are detailed throughout.

    Preface to the Series , Introduction , The Story of Narcissus: a psycho-sexual dynamic , Some Clinical Examples , Manifestations of Narcissism , Therapeutic Challenges , The Development of Narcissism as a Clinical Concept

    Biography

    Victoria Graham Fuller