New Books in Psychology Stijn Vanheule, "Why Psychosis Is Not So Crazy: A Road Map to Hope and Recovery for Families and Caregivers" (Other Press, 2024)
Oct 29, 2024
Stijn Vanheule, a clinical psychologist and professor at Ghent University, discusses his groundbreaking work on psychosis. He explores the complex relationship between creativity and psychotic experiences, highlighting that many individuals channel their unique thought processes into artistic expression. By critiquing traditional views, he emphasizes the social factors influencing psychosis and the importance of understanding its narrative. Vanheule weaves in enlightening examples from well-known figures and uses engaging metaphors to make the topic accessible to all.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Reframing Psychosis: From Academia to Accessibility
02:41 • 15min
Understanding Psychosis Through Associative Thinking
18:08 • 2min
Exploring Psychosis: Diverse Narratives and Clinical Insights
20:01 • 14min
Exploring Psychosis Through the Lens of Film Metaphor
33:38 • 5min
Understanding the Dual Nature of Psychotic Experiences
38:55 • 5min
Creativity in Psychosis
43:58 • 18min