I am convinced beyond doubt that this is a book that is a must read- by all clinicians whether psychotherapists or psychoanalysts. The vignettes illustrate clearly psychoanalytic concepts that are usually difficult to grasp and quite useful for teaching purposes.- Dr Antoine Hani, Director of the Institute of Psychoanalysis, Washington.
I am convinced beyond doubt that this is a book that is a must read- by all clinicians whether psychotherapists or psychoanalysts. The vignettes illus...
People react very differently to the process of ageing. Some people shy away from old age for as long as they can and eventually spend it reflecting on times when they were physically and mentally stronger and more independent. For others old age is embraced as a new adventure and something to look forward to.
In this book psychoanalyst Danielle Quinodoz highlights the value of old age and the fact that although many elderly people have suffered losses, either of their own good health or through bereavement, most have managed to retain the most important thing their sense of self....
People react very differently to the process of ageing. Some people shy away from old age for as long as they can and eventually spend it reflectin...