Jung's early 1906 paper "Analysis of the Associations of an Epileptic" (Analyse der Assoziationen eines Epileptikers) was published in the journal "Diagnostic Association Studies" in 1904. Here a young Jung, working at the Bürghölzli Psychiatric Clinic in Zurich, explores concepts such as the word association test, the identification of complexes, the nature of complexes and the psychotherapeutic implications of these concepts. The publication, co-authored with Franz Riklin, aimed to explore and understand the unconscious processes that influence an individual's conscious responses to stimuli. It marked an important stage in Jung's exploration of the unconscious. Using word association tests, he identified the presence of emotionally charged complexes that influenced conscious thought, laying the groundwork for many of his later theories. Here we see Jung fully influenced by Freud's 1901 work "The Psychopathology of Everyday Life".
Jung's Analysis of the Associations of an Epileptic reflects his interest in exploring unconscious dynamics through experimental methods, particularly the word association test. Although Jung had begun to use association tests to study psychological disorders, this study marked a clear attempt to apply the method to a subject with epilepsy. The work represented a fusion of Jung's psychiatric training, his experimental rigour and his growing inclination towards the symbolic and psychodynamic dimensions of the psyche. Jung's research aimed to identify specific patterns of association in people with epilepsy, highlighting the interplay between neurological and psychological processes.
One of the key findings of this study was Jung's identification of the role of emotional "complexes" in shaping the patient's associative patterns. He found that certain stimulus words consistently elicited responses that revealed unresolved conflicts, fears, or desires. These complexes, which Jung described as autonomous and emotionally charged sets of ideas, profoundly influenced the patient's thoughts and behaviors. This early exploration of complexes foreshadowed Jung's later development of the concept as a cornerstone of analytical psychology.
This updated edition features a modern, accessible translation designed to make Carl Jung's early scientific works—originally written for academic audiences—readable and engaging for contemporary readers. Complementing the translation is an illuminating Afterword by the translator, which delves into the philosophical foundations, historical context, and enduring relevance of Jung's ideas. The Afterword not only clarifies this particular work for today's audience but also situates it within the broader trajectory of Jung's intellectual and clinical development. Enhanced by a detailed timeline of Jung's life and works, along with other carefully curated supplementary materials, this edition provides rich context by embedding Jung's theories within his personal, cultural, and historical environment. By removing dense academic references and adopting clear, straightforward language, this translation invites both newcomers and seasoned scholars to explore the origins of Jungian psychology with fresh insight and accessibility.
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Jung's Analysis of the Associations of an Epileptic reflects his interest in exploring unconscious dynamics through experimental methods, particularly the word association test. Although Jung had begun to use association tests to study psychological disorders, this study marked a clear attempt to apply the method to a subject with epilepsy. The work represented a fusion of Jung's psychiatric training, his experimental rigour and his growing inclination towards the symbolic and psychodynamic dimensions of the psyche. Jung's research aimed to identify specific patterns of association in people with epilepsy, highlighting the interplay between neurological and psychological processes.
One of the key findings of this study was Jung's identification of the role of emotional "complexes" in shaping the patient's associative patterns. He found that certain stimulus words consistently elicited responses that revealed unresolved conflicts, fears, or desires. These complexes, which Jung described as autonomous and emotionally charged sets of ideas, profoundly influenced the patient's thoughts and behaviors. This early exploration of complexes foreshadowed Jung's later development of the concept as a cornerstone of analytical psychology.
This updated edition features a modern, accessible translation designed to make Carl Jung's early scientific works—originally written for academic audiences—readable and engaging for contemporary readers. Complementing the translation is an illuminating Afterword by the translator, which delves into the philosophical foundations, historical context, and enduring relevance of Jung's ideas. The Afterword not only clarifies this particular work for today's audience but also situates it within the broader trajectory of Jung's intellectual and clinical development. Enhanced by a detailed timeline of Jung's life and works, along with other carefully curated supplementary materials, this edition provides rich context by embedding Jung's theories within his personal, cultural, and historical environment. By removing dense academic references and adopting clear, straightforward language, this translation invites both newcomers and seasoned scholars to explore the origins of Jungian psychology with fresh insight and accessibility.
Analysis of the Associations of an Epileptic
Jung's early 1906 paper "Analysis of the Associations of an Epileptic" (Analyse der Assoziationen eines Epileptikers) was published in the journal "Diagnostic Association Studies" in 1904. Here a young Jung, working at the Bürghölzli Psychiatric Clinic in Zurich, explores concepts such as the word association test, the identification of complexes, the nature of complexes and the psychotherapeutic implications of these concepts. The publication, co-authored with Franz Riklin, aimed to explore and understand the unconscious processes that influence an individual's conscious responses to stimuli. It marked an important stage in Jung's exploration of the unconscious. Using word association tests, he identified the presence of emotionally charged complexes that influenced conscious thought, laying the groundwork for many of his later theories. Here we see Jung fully influenced by Freud's 1901 work "The Psychopathology of Everyday Life".
Jung's Analysis of the Associations of an Epileptic reflects his interest in exploring unconscious dynamics through experimental methods, particularly the word association test. Although Jung had begun to use association tests to study psychological disorders, this study marked a clear attempt to apply the method to a subject with epilepsy. The work represented a fusion of Jung's psychiatric training, his experimental rigour and his growing inclination towards the symbolic and psychodynamic dimensions of the psyche. Jung's research aimed to identify specific patterns of association in people with epilepsy, highlighting the interplay between neurological and psychological processes.
One of the key findings of this study was Jung's identification of the role of emotional "complexes" in shaping the patient's associative patterns. He found that certain stimulus words consistently elicited responses that revealed unresolved conflicts, fears, or desires. These complexes, which Jung described as autonomous and emotionally charged sets of ideas, profoundly influenced the patient's thoughts and behaviors. This early exploration of complexes foreshadowed Jung's later development of the concept as a cornerstone of analytical psychology.
This updated edition features a modern, accessible translation designed to make Carl Jung's early scientific works—originally written for academic audiences—readable and engaging for contemporary readers. Complementing the translation is an illuminating Afterword by the translator, which delves into the philosophical foundations, historical context, and enduring relevance of Jung's ideas. The Afterword not only clarifies this particular work for today's audience but also situates it within the broader trajectory of Jung's intellectual and clinical development. Enhanced by a detailed timeline of Jung's life and works, along with other carefully curated supplementary materials, this edition provides rich context by embedding Jung's theories within his personal, cultural, and historical environment. By removing dense academic references and adopting clear, straightforward language, this translation invites both newcomers and seasoned scholars to explore the origins of Jungian psychology with fresh insight and accessibility.
Jung's Analysis of the Associations of an Epileptic reflects his interest in exploring unconscious dynamics through experimental methods, particularly the word association test. Although Jung had begun to use association tests to study psychological disorders, this study marked a clear attempt to apply the method to a subject with epilepsy. The work represented a fusion of Jung's psychiatric training, his experimental rigour and his growing inclination towards the symbolic and psychodynamic dimensions of the psyche. Jung's research aimed to identify specific patterns of association in people with epilepsy, highlighting the interplay between neurological and psychological processes.
One of the key findings of this study was Jung's identification of the role of emotional "complexes" in shaping the patient's associative patterns. He found that certain stimulus words consistently elicited responses that revealed unresolved conflicts, fears, or desires. These complexes, which Jung described as autonomous and emotionally charged sets of ideas, profoundly influenced the patient's thoughts and behaviors. This early exploration of complexes foreshadowed Jung's later development of the concept as a cornerstone of analytical psychology.
This updated edition features a modern, accessible translation designed to make Carl Jung's early scientific works—originally written for academic audiences—readable and engaging for contemporary readers. Complementing the translation is an illuminating Afterword by the translator, which delves into the philosophical foundations, historical context, and enduring relevance of Jung's ideas. The Afterword not only clarifies this particular work for today's audience but also situates it within the broader trajectory of Jung's intellectual and clinical development. Enhanced by a detailed timeline of Jung's life and works, along with other carefully curated supplementary materials, this edition provides rich context by embedding Jung's theories within his personal, cultural, and historical environment. By removing dense academic references and adopting clear, straightforward language, this translation invites both newcomers and seasoned scholars to explore the origins of Jungian psychology with fresh insight and accessibility.
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| BN ID: | 2940185944707 |
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| Publisher: | Minerva Heritage |
| Publication date: | 09/30/2024 |
| Sold by: | Barnes & Noble |
| Format: | eBook |
| File size: | 203 KB |
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