Analytical Psychology

Analytical Psychology: A Modern Science discusses the fundamental concepts of analytical psychology and presents clinical studies. The book is comprised of 14 chapters that are organized into two parts. The first part covers the basic concepts and theoretical basis of analytical psychology. Concepts such as symbols, archetypes, and ego are covered in the first part. The text also covers the importance of analyzing childhood. Next, the book presents some clinical studies. Cases such as the incapacity to imagine and sense of time are discussed. The text will be of great interest to students, researchers, and practitioners of psychology, particularly those who wish to specialize in analytical psychology.

IntroductionPart 1: Basic ConceptsAnalytical Psychology: A Modern Science The Empirical Foundation and Theories of the Self in Jung's Works What is a Symbol Supposed to Be? Symbols: Content and Process The Archetypes of the Collective Unconscious The Indivisibility of the Personal and Collective Unconscious Maturation of Ego and Self in Infancy The Importance of Analyzing Childhood for Assimilation of the Shadow Some Views on Individuation Part II: Clinical Studies Reflections on Not being able to Imagine A Problem of Identity in Relation to the Image of a Damaged Mother Invasion and Separation Mediation of the Image of Infant-Mother Togetherness The Unimaginable Touch of Time Index