Compulsion and Doubt (Volume 2) ~ Wilhelm Stekel

Compulsion and Doubt (Volume 2) ~ Wilhelm Stekel

Medium hard cover, no dust jacket
Clean inside, binding becoming fragile but no loose pages

Volume 2 of Wilhelm Stekels Compulsion and Doubt explores the psychological roots of obsessive behavior, framed through case studies and psychoanalytic theory.

This volume delves into the complex interplay between compulsions, neuroses, and unresolved inner conflicts, often rooted in early childhood experiences. Stekel examines themes such as the incest complex, impotence, homosexuality, patricide, and the pursuit of neurotic goals, all through the lens of psychoanalytic interpretation. His writing is accessible yet rigorous, offering insight into the mechanisms of doubt and compulsive behavior as expressions of deeper psychic distress. The book also introduces concepts like The Flight from the Ego and The Effect onto Infinity, illustrating how compulsions can serve as symbolic defenses against unbearable truths. Stekels approach blends clinical observation with philosophical reflection, making this volume a valuable resource for both practitioners and students of psychoanalysis.