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#981 Mikkel Borch-Jacobsen: Was Freud Really a Scientist?

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Freud's Evolution of Trauma Theories

This chapter explores Freud's groundbreaking theories on trauma, shedding light on his treatment of hysterical patients using hypnosis and the challenges faced with traditional methods. It highlights Freud's shift from viewing trauma as rooted in actual events to a focus on repression and fantasy, particularly regarding sexual trauma from childhood. The discussion further examines the interplay between Freud's ideas and contemporary evolutionary theories, including the Oedipus complex and the implications for human sexuality and behavior.

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