{"product_id":"oedipus-and-beyond-a-clinical-theory-9780674630901","title":"Oedipus and Beyond: A Clinical Theory","description":"\u003cp\u003ePsychoanalysis  entering its second century  is a vital yet divided discipline. A confusing array of mutually contradictory theories compete for the loyalty of clinicians and for the attention of all those interested in understanding human experience. In the classic Object Relations in Psychoanalytic Theory  Jay Greenberg and his coauthor Stephen Mitchell brought clarity to the confusion surrounding psychoanalytic disputes. They defined two competing models: the drive model  which addresses the private dimensions of experience; and the relational model  which reveals the relentlessly social aspect of our lives. Oedipus and Beyond builds on Greenbergs earlier contribution. Beginning with a brilliant critique of the conceptual framework of psychoanalysis  he provides fresh insight into Freuds theory  demonstrating how attempts to resolve some of its shortcomings have generated their own theoretical and clinical dilemmas. In the process he illuminates the roles of the Oedipus complex  the drives  the unconscious  and psychic structure in shaping the sensibilities of alternative psychoanalytic approaches. Greenberg does not attempt to synthesize the two models  because he believes that diversity is essential if psychoanalysis is to remain strong. Instead  he proposes a compelling and practical clinical theory in which Freuds insistence on the importance of inner motivation  psychic conflict  and personal agency effectively informs a relational emphasis on the fundamental influence of social living. The book concludes with some apt illustrations of how the \"representational model\" can enrich clinical work. Greenberg rethinks the process of making the unconscious conscious  and arrives at new approaches to the analysts neutral ity  to transference analysis  and to countertransference. The result reflects the authors profound insight into the structure of psychoanalytic theory and his mastery of the contributions of diverse psychoanalytic schools. Perhaps most important  Greenbergs argument never loses touch with his clinical experience; ultimately  this is the deeply personal statement of a skilled practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45652891959349,"sku":"ByrdShop_0674630904","price":190.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780674630901.jpg?v=1781853138","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/oedipus-and-beyond-a-clinical-theory-9780674630901","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}