You do not currently have permission to view the full text for this document. Please sign in to an account with an active subscription or contact support.
Applying Psychoanalysis in Medical Care, edited by Harvey Schwartz, offers an exploration of the intersection between psychoanalytic principles and medical practice. This diverse collection of chapters, authored by professionals from various fields and countries, provides both theoretical insights and practical applications, making it a valuable resource for psychotherapists, psychoanalysts and frontline medical practitioners interested in psychoanalytic thinking.
The book begins with a chapter on psychosomatics by Joachim Kuchenhoff, setting a strong foundation by emphasising the profound link between the mind and body. This chapter, rich in complex language and detailed case studies, effectively argues for the integration of psychoanalytic thinking in medical care to address the holistic needs of patients. It highlights the significance of understanding how psychological factors can manifest physically, underscoring the need for a more comprehensive approach to patient care.
While the second chapter by Karen Proner and Valentino Ammannati, which examines the relationship between the psychoanalytic and medical models, offers valuable insights, it is somewhat less cohesive compared with other parts of the book. The chapter focuses on two case studies and the history of a training centre in Italy, providing interesting content but it could benefit from a more streamlined approach. Despite these challenges, the chapter contributes to the book's overall theme by highlighting the complexities of integrating psychoanalytic principles into diverse medical settings.