The Case of Miss R: The Interpretation of a Life Story

The Case of Miss R: The Interpretation of a Life Story is a book written by Alfred Adler, a renowned Austrian psychologist and founder of the school of individual psychology. This book is a detailed account of one of Adler's most fascinating cases, the case of Miss R, a young woman who had been diagnosed with hysteria.The book provides a comprehensive analysis of Miss R's life story, including her childhood, family dynamics, and personal relationships. Adler uses his unique approach to psychology to explore the underlying causes of Miss R's condition, which he attributes to her feelings of inferiority and a lack of social interest.Throughout the book, Adler discusses his theories on human behavior and the role of the individual within society. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the individual's unique experiences and motivations, rather than simply treating symptoms.The Case of Miss R is a groundbreaking work in the field of psychology, as it provides a detailed account of Adler's approach to psychotherapy and his unique perspective on human behavior. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of psychology, individual psychology, or the work of Alfred Adler.1929. The story of the development of a neurosis is told in this book. A young girl relates the fascinating story of her unhappy life, the psychologist comments on her remarks and leads the reader to an understanding of the blunders and mistakes which have made her life so full of suffering. The individual psychological interpretation of this autobiography was originally presented by Dr. Adler to a group of psychiatrists and pedagogues in Vienna. Contents: Early Childhood; Adolescent Difficulties; The Development of a Neurosis; The Style of Life; The Jealousy Mania; Sexual Development; The Problem of Love; The Shock of Sex Knowledge; The Masculine Protest; A Lupus Phobia; Yes! But-; The Goal of Superiority; and The Case of Miss R. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Alfred Adler
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 328
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d
ISBN13: 9781162787398
ISBN10: 1162787392
BISAC Categories:
- Literary Collections | General
- Biography & Autobiography | Historical
- Psychology | Movements | Psychoanalysis

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