Psychotherapy by Hugo Münsterberg

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Author Münsterberg, Hugo, 1863-1916
LoC No. 09012057
Title Psychotherapy
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Summary "Psychotherapy" by Hugo Münsterberg is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the relationship between psychology and medicine, specifically how psychological principles can be applied to therapeutic practices. Münsterberg aims to clarify misconceptions surrounding psychotherapy, emphasizing the necessity for rigorous scientific understanding in the field. The opening of the book serves as an introduction to the author's motivations and the foundational concepts of psychotherapy. Münsterberg outlines the dual nature of psychological influence: the purposive view, which relates to individual goals and intentions, and the causal view grounded in scientific principles. He argues that while a minister or community leader may offer moral support, a physician must rely on an understanding of the psychological factors that contribute to health and illness. The author expresses his intent to advocate for the systematic study of psychology in medical training, highlighting its relevance in effectively treating patients across a variety of diseases and conditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RZ: Medicine: Other systems of medicine
Subject Mind and body
Subject Mental healing
Category Text
EBook-No. 22775
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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