The Mental State of Hystericals: A Study of Mental Stigmata and Mental Accidents
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Pierre Janet was a French psychologist, philosopher, and psychotherapist recognized as one of the founding fathers of psychology. He pioneered work in dissociation and traumatic memory, positing a link between past events and present trauma, and coined the terms "dissociation" and "subconscious." His study of the patient-hypnotist "rapport" anticipated later theories of transference. Janet developed a comprehensive model of the mind based on energy levels and social competence, influencing the understanding of personality construction in social terms.






Partial Automatism
Focusing on the study of trauma and dissociation, this seminal work by Pierre Janet, first published in 1889, explores the psychological mechanisms behind these phenomena. The English edition is presented in two volumes and includes a new preface by Giuseppe Craparo and Onno van der Hart, offering contemporary insights into Janet's groundbreaking theories. This publication marks a significant contribution to the understanding of psychological automatism, making it accessible to a wider audience for the first time.
Total Automatism
Focusing on the groundbreaking exploration of trauma and dissociation, this work by Pierre Janet stands as a significant contribution to psychological literature. Originally published in French in 1889, it is now presented in English for the first time across two volumes. The edition includes a new preface by Giuseppe Craparo and Onno van der Hart, enhancing its relevance for contemporary readers interested in the historical foundations of psychological concepts.
Focusing on Pierre Janet's pioneering therapeutic approach, this volume details his systematic treatment for traumatized patients, emphasizing the role of memory in trauma response. Janet's methods, which heavily utilized hypnosis, aimed to establish a strong therapeutic relationship, transform traumatic memories, and empower patients to take effective action against learned helplessness. His insights into post-traumatic stress remain relevant, reflecting a timeless understanding of psychological healing over a century later.
Pierre Janet's groundbreaking therapeutic approach to trauma focuses on the memory disorders that hinder effective action in traumatized patients. He emphasizes the importance of a stable therapeutic relationship and the transformation of traumatic memories into meaningful experiences, utilizing hypnosis as a key tool. Janet's insights into post-traumatic stress treatment remain relevant today, highlighting his pioneering influence in the field of psychology more than a century ago. This volume is a faithful reprint of the original 1925 edition.
Fifteen Lectures Given In The Medical School Of Harvard University
Focusing on the symptoms and treatment of hysteria, this book presents a series of fifteen lectures by Pierre Janet, delivered at Harvard Medical School. It explores the historical context, detailed symptomatology—including paralysis and sensory disturbances—and psychological factors influencing hysteria. Written clearly for accessibility, it serves as a valuable resource for medical students and psychologists. This facsimile reprint preserves the original's integrity while addressing the complexities of the condition, making it an essential read for those interested in psychology.