New Books in Psychoanalysis Stijn Vanheule, "Why Psychosis Is Not So Crazy: A Road Map to Hope and Recovery for Families and Caregivers" (Other Press, 2024)
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Oct 29, 2024 Clinical psychologist Stijn Vanheule, a professor at Ghent University and author, discusses his new book on psychosis, offering insights that challenge traditional views. He explores the concept that many of us have psychotic experiences and redefines psychosis through a hopeful lens. Drawing on case studies, he illustrates how understanding, creativity, and social factors can aid recovery. Vanheule also examines the therapeutic dynamics between patients and clinicians, highlighting the importance of empathy and humor in mental health discussions.
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Broaden Your Audience
- Consider writing for a broader audience beyond academia.
- Share specialized knowledge with those affected by psychosis, not just academics.
Beyond Biology
- Biological psychiatry faces challenges in fully explaining psychosis, as genetic and brain-based explanations remain limited.
- Social factors like minority status, trauma, and urban living, which can weaken symbolic frameworks, are linked to psychosis.
Falling for Connection
- A patient, Mario, with psychosis responded when Vanheule showed vulnerability by falling.
- This taught Vanheule that an effective therapeutic approach involves embracing imperfections.