New Books in Psychology Richard Reichbart, "The Anatomy of a Psychotic Experience: A Personal Account of Psychosis and Creativity" (Ipbooks, 2022)
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Mar 20, 2025 Richard Reichbart, a psychoanalyst and author, shares his gripping personal journey through a psychotic experience intertwined with creativity. He discusses how grief, especially the loss of his grandfather, influenced his identity and led him to the Navajo reservation. Reichbart reflects on the impact of early attachments and the dynamics of maternal relationships on his emotional landscape. He also dives into the fascinating intersection of psychosis and parapsychology, showcasing how these experiences shaped his career in psychoanalysis.
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Delayed Psychosis Onset
- Richard Reichbart's psychotic experience began after law school in his 30s, not in his 20s, as Akilesh Ayyar initially thought.
- It was triggered by his grandfather's death and manifested during his work with the Navajo people.
Early Life Influences
- Reichbart's early childhood involved close bonds with his grandparents in the Adirondacks and a traumatic experience with a black maid in New York City.
- These early attachments and losses influenced his later psychosis.
Search for Self
- Reichbart's psychosis involved a search for identity and a yearning for a lost, more authentic self.
- It manifested as a need to break free from the constraints of his academic and professional life.