Personality Dynamics

ISBN-13: 9781489923431 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 163 str.

Benjamin B. Wolman

Opis

In the grand tradition of Freud, this work endeavors to describe the nature of human nature. However, in light of scientific discoveries unknown in Freud's time, a new conceptual framework is introduced which includes a new approach to theory formation.

Spis treści

Logic of Science and Psychological Theory: The Need of a Theory. Epistemological Realism. Theory Formation. Causality. Drive. Monastic Traditionism: Sleep and Dreams. Parapsychology. Interindividual Cathexis. Courage to Give. Motivation and Emotions: Releasers of Energy. Pain and Pleasure. Antigone Principle. Destrudo. Courage. The Need to Be Accepted. Love, Sex and Violence: Biological Factors. Psychology of Women. Penis Envy. Vectorialism. Sociocultural Determinants. Emancipation of Women. Child Development: The Two Perspectives. Hammer and Anvil Hypothesis. Developmental Phases. Personality Integration: The Criteria. Mental Health. Power and SelfEsteem. FieldTheoretical Considerations. The Meaning of Life. Twentyfive additional articles. Index.