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Book SynopsisFor almost a century the concept of guilt, as embedded in drive theory, has dominated psychoanalytic thought. Increasingly, however, investigators are focusing on shame as a key aspect of human behavior. This volume captures a range of compelling viewpoints on the role of shame in psychological development, psychopathology, and the therapeutic process. Donald Nathanson has assembled internationally prominent authorities, engaging them in extensive dialogue about their areas of expertise. Concise introductions to each chapter place the authors both historically and theoretically, and outline their emphases and contributions to our understanding of shame. Including many illustrative clinical examples, the book covers such topics as the relationship between shame and narcissism, shame's central place in affect theory, psychosis and shame, and shame in the literature of French psychoanalysis and philosophy.
Trade ReviewEvery decade or so in the world of psychiatry and psychology, a book appears that opens up and explores a burgeoning new field and stimulates its further development. THE MANY FACES OF SHAME can claim to perform this essential service, leaving clinicians like myself grateful for the contributions of this pioneer effort. It enlarges theoretical perspectives and also enhances clinical skills in ways that are now curiously neglected. It is my belief that many patients, needful of help, are lost to treatment because the shame factors inherent in this situation have been overlooked.--E. James Anthony, MD
Rich, provocative, and timely, this landmark volume explores the neglected domain of shame. Replete with implications for clinical practice, this book will be indispensable to every practicing clinician...and student of the psyche.--Gershen Kaufman, PhD
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Table of ContentsChapter 1. A Timetable for shame
Chapter 2. Shame: The Veiled Companion of Narcissism
Chapter 3. Shame and the Narcissistic Personality
Chapter 4. Shame
Chapter 5. Shame and the Other: Relections on the Theme of Shame in French Psychoanalysis
Chapter 6. A Mature Sense of Shame
Chapter 7. The Shame of Narcissism
Chapter 8. Shaming Systems in Couples, Families and Institutions
Chapter 9. The Eye Turned Inward: SHame and the Self
Chapter 10. Pornography: Daydreams to Cure Humiliation
Chapter 11. The Sense of Shame in Psychosis: Random Comments on Shame in the Psychotic Experience
Chapter 12. Shame and Envy
Chapter 13. Shame and Domestic Violence
