Denial, Negation, and the Forces of the Negative: Freud, Hegel, Lacan, Spitz, and Sophocles

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Exploring the psychological and philosophical dimensions of denial, this work draws on thinkers like Freud, Hegel, and Lacan to illuminate its complex role in human existence. Ver Eecke argues that denial serves as a defense mechanism against despair, particularly when one's self-image is threatened. Through analyses of childhood no-saying, the implications of free will, and Sophocles' Oedipus, he illustrates the deep connections between denial and personal identity. The book concludes with a poignant autobiography that underscores the transformative journey from denial to self-fulfillment.