Basic Psychoanalytic Concepts on the Theory of Instincts

by Humberto Nagera

Book Overview

Originally published in 1970, this volume describes in condensed but detailed form Freud's development of the theory of instincts. As is well known, Freud reformulated and amplified his theory of instincts at several points during his lifetime. Such periodical amplifications and reformulations were made necessary by a number of factors, for as Freud gained experience he not only developed fresh insights but also was faced with the problem of explaining...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138777072
• ISBN13: 9781138777071
• Release Date: May 2014
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.6" x 8.6"