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This book, edited by Karen Horney, has been written as a result of the desire of the Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis to sponsor lectures for the laity. It has been written, therefore, primarily for non-psychiatrically trained individuals who have developed some interest in psychoanalysis and are possibly considering a personal analysis themselves.
There is no doubt but that the authors have achieved their desire to “dispel mysterious notions about analysis by removing unrealistic expectations of a magic cure.” Collectively they have done a magnificent job, and the final volume represents one which can be given to an intelligent, interested layman with every expectation that it will answer his questions and at the same time not add to his anxieties or conflicts.
Chapters include “Why Psychoanalysis?”, “What Schools of Psychoanalysis Are There?”, “What Is a Neurosis?”, “What Are Your Doubts About Analysis?”, “Who Should Your Analyst Be?”, “What Do You Do in Analysis?”, “What Does the Analyst Do?”, and “How Does Analysis Help?” These subjects are illustrated by ample case material and are presented in a forceful yet accurate fashion. The authors have attempted to face the questions most commonly raised and in most instances have satisfactorily answered them. The book will not only prove of considerable value to lay-people but should also be useful reading for medical students and physicians who are interested in learning what their psychiatric colleagues mean by psychoanalysis.