The Clinical Problem of Masochism

The Clinical Problem of Masochism
Author :
Publisher : Jason Aronson, Incorporated
Total Pages : 221
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780765708618
ISBN-13 : 0765708612
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Book Synopsis The Clinical Problem of Masochism by : Deanna Holtzman

Download or read book The Clinical Problem of Masochism written by Deanna Holtzman and published by Jason Aronson, Incorporated. This book was released on 2012-10-18 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The problem of how to understand and to treat masochism has plagued the vast majority of clinicians. The Clinical Problem of Masochism, edited by Deanna Holtzman, PhD, and Nancy Kulish, PhD, focuses on the common and difficult clinical problems posed by masochistic patients who are spread throughout all diagnostic categories. Foremost psychoanalytic clinicians in the field from various theoretical backgrounds demonstrate their approaches to working clinically with these problems. Each expert provides detailed clinical examples, making their approaches and suggestions come alive. This volume, unique in its varied clinicaland practical focus, offers therapists of all theoretical persuasions ideas on how to think about and help individuals suffering from masochistic difficulties.


The Clinical Problem of Masochism Related Books