Title: The Oxford Handbook of Philosophy and Psychoanalysis (Oxford Handbooks)
Editors: Richard Gipps, Michael Lacewing
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Description:
“The Oxford Handbook of Philosophy and Psychoanalysis” provides a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between philosophy and psychoanalysis. Edited by Richard Gipps and Michael Lacewing, this volume in the Oxford Handbooks series brings together leading scholars from both disciplines to examine fundamental questions and debates surrounding the relationship between mind, self, and society. Covering topics such as consciousness, desire, identity, ethics, and the nature of mental illness, the handbook offers a multifaceted perspective on the philosophical and psychological dimensions of human experience. With contributions that blend theoretical insights with clinical expertise, the book delves into the historical roots of psychoanalysis, its philosophical underpinnings, and its implications for contemporary debates in philosophy and psychology. Whether used as a reference for scholars and practitioners or as a resource for students exploring the intersections of philosophy and psychoanalysis, this handbook provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complexities of the human mind and psyche.