Ian Parker, a British psychologist, stands as a key proponent of three distinct critical traditions within his field. His work has served as a vital guide for researchers seeking alternatives to mainstream, laboratory-based psychology. Parker champions discursive analysis, Marxist psychology, and psychoanalysis, adapting each to emphasize ideology and power. This unique approach consistently sparks intense debate, challenging both conventional psychology and other critical perspectives.
Focusing on the intersection of cinema and revolutionary politics, the book delves into the narratives surrounding twenty-five Trotskyist organizations in England. It explores key cinematic elements that reveal the complexities of purges, splits, and cult favorites within these groups. By examining how film has shaped and reflected the history of the English Left, the work offers a unique perspective on revolutionary Marxism in the context of popular culture.
The book delves into the theories of the unconscious as proposed by Freud and Lacan, highlighting the debates that arise from their differing perspectives. It investigates the implications of these theories for both psychological understanding and cultural analysis, offering insights into how these foundational ideas shape contemporary research in these fields.
Focusing on the impact of deconstruction, this book explores its relevance for contemporary psychologists by challenging fundamental assumptions about language, reality, the self, and social dynamics. It encourages a critical examination of traditional psychological concepts, aiming to inspire a new understanding of these core themes within the discipline.
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Focusing on the debates surrounding methodological paradigms in social psychology, this volume lays the groundwork for understanding the rise of contemporary critical psychology. It explores the implications of these discussions, highlighting their significance in shaping the field's evolution and addressing the challenges faced in psychological research post-crisis.
Focusing on Jacques Lacan's influence, this book examines his contributions to psychoanalysis and their relevance for contemporary psychology. It challenges traditional assumptions within the field and presents accessible insights aimed at psychologists seeking innovative perspectives. Through various accounts of Lacan's theories, the text encourages a reevaluation of psychological practices and concepts, making it a valuable resource for professionals eager to integrate Lacanian ideas into their work.
Exploring the intersection of psychoanalysis and culture, this collection of essays delves into the complexities of human subjectivity influenced by psychoanalytic imagery. The contributors analyze how these mythologies shape our understanding of identity and existence within contemporary society, offering insights into the psychological underpinnings of cultural narratives.
For over a generation, conservative religion has seemed dominant in America. But there are signs of a strengthening liberal religious movement. For it to flourish, laypeople need a sense of their theological heritage. A House for Hope lays out, in lively and engaging language, the theological house that religious liberalism has inherited—and suggests how this heritage will need to be spiritually and theologically transformed. With chapters that suggest liberal religious commitment is based on common hopes and an expansive love for life, A House for Hope shows how religious liberals have countered fundamentalists for generations, and provides progressives with a theological and spiritual foundation for the years ahead.
The book presents a compelling argument for a transformative shift in the field of psychology, advocating for a radical new methodology. With insights from leading psychologist Antonio Negri, it challenges conventional practices and emphasizes the need for innovative approaches to understand human behavior more effectively. The focus is on revolutionizing the discipline to better address contemporary psychological issues and improve therapeutic outcomes.
This crisis-ridden world is having disastrous effects on the climate, on our bodies and on our internal worlds, on how we feel and try to respond, on how we panic and on how we act collectively. Psychoanalysis can be part of this collective political response. Ian Parker shows how personal struggle can be linked to political struggle so we confr