A concise portrait of the founder of psychoanalysis discusses his advocacy of the 'talking cure' method of therapy, his pioneering role in establishing modern understanding of the human unconscious, and his enduring influence on modern psychiatry.

Product Description: The Art of Loving is a book by psychoanalyst and social philosopher Erich Fromm, which was published as part of the World Perspectives Series edited by Ruth Nanda Anshen. In this work, Fromm develops his perspective on human nature, from his earlier work, Escape from Freedom and Man for Himself – principles which he revisits in many of his other major works...read more

Product Description: From the author of Listening to Prozac comes a novel of ideas about a man driven to topple the wealth and status obsessed culture around him. From Chekhov to Walker Percy, from William Carlos Williams to Ethan Canin, doctors have turned to fiction with a compelling acuteness of observation...read more

The best-selling author of Listening to Prozac examines depression from a historical and scientific perspective, challenging cultural beliefs that depression is a noble or romantic disorder linked to soulful or creative achievements, and calling for a greater awareness of depression's devastating impact, as well as renewed efforts to provide curative treatments. Reprint. 75,000 first printing.

An examination of 'enhancement technologies' in America considers the pervasiveness of self-improvement drugs and procedures in spite of society's general unease about their use, considering the reasons why people obsessively pursue self-happiness through conformist methods. Reprint. 13,000 first printing.

Explores the interrelated issues of working on a relationship versus ending it, what kind of advice one should accept, and whether contemporary society overvalues independence

A noted psychiatrist examines the current status of Prozac in America, including the latest research, as well as personal observations into how and why this drug has become so popular in the quest to cure personality problems. Reprint. Tour.

The author of the blockbuster best-seller Listening to Prozac explores the interrelated issues of working on a relationship versus ending it, what kind of advice one should accept, and whether contemporary society overvalues independence. Read by Peter Kramer. Simultaneous.

Through the description of telling moments in encounters with patients, Dr. Kramer, captures the essence of psychiatric practice. Details stories about his own work with patients & experiences in training. Conveys what it feels like to be inside a changing profession & defines the role of each of the tools used to help patients change -- from medication to empathy. Addresses the need to continue to meet the patient with immediacy. At this book's core is a series of stories about clinical paradoxes. Explores the dilemmas facing psychotherapists, particularly the challenge of practicing at once eclectically & with respect for tradition.

A look at mood-altering drugs examines the implications of chemical modification of intelligence and personality and what the personality-altering effects of the drug tell about the nature of character. Read by Peter Kramer. Book available.

Product Description: Escuchando al Prozac (Listening to Prozac, 1993) es, como el mismo fármaco a que se refiere, un acontecimiento cuya resonancia social rebasa ampliamente los límites del público especializado.