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The narrative follows Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, a prominent figure in psychoanalysis who, after gaining access to the Freud Archives and working closely with key figures, chooses to expose the hidden truths and abuses within the profession. His journey reveals the contradictions and integrity issues of his colleagues, leading him to publicly challenge the psychoanalytic establishment despite knowing the risks. With humor and honesty, Masson critiques the cult-like nature of psychoanalysis, marking his transformation and the beginning of a new chapter in his career.
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Final Analysis, Jeffrey Masson
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- Released
- 1990
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- Title
- Final Analysis
- Subtitle
- The Making and Unmaking of a Psychoanalyst
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jeffrey Masson
- Publisher
- Addison-Wesley
- Released
- 1990
- ISBN10
- 020152368X
- ISBN13
- 9780201523683
- Category
- Psychology, Biographies
- Description
- The narrative follows Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, a prominent figure in psychoanalysis who, after gaining access to the Freud Archives and working closely with key figures, chooses to expose the hidden truths and abuses within the profession. His journey reveals the contradictions and integrity issues of his colleagues, leading him to publicly challenge the psychoanalytic establishment despite knowing the risks. With humor and honesty, Masson critiques the cult-like nature of psychoanalysis, marking his transformation and the beginning of a new chapter in his career.