The Psychology of Shame

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Gershen Kaufman, PhD, is professor in the Counseling Center and Psychology Department at Michigan State University.

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In this classic volume, Kaufman synthesizes object relations theory, interpersonal theory, and, in particular, Silvan Tompkins's affect theory, to provide a powerful and multidimensional view of shame. Using his own clinical experience, he illustrates the application of affect theory to general classes of shame-based syndromes including compulsive; schizoid, depressive, and paranoid; sexual dysfunction; splitting; and sociopathic. This second edition includes two new chapters in which Dr. Kaufman presents shame as a societal dynamic and shows its impact on culture. He examines the role of shame in shaping the evolving identity of racial, ethnic, and religious minorities, and expands his theory of governing scenes. This new edition will continue to be of keen interest to clinical psychiatrists as well as graduate students.

Contenu

Foreword to the First Edition, by Silvan Tompkins
Preface to the Second Edition
Preface to the First Edition
Acknowledgments
Part I: A Developmental Theory of Shame, Identity, and the Self
Phenomenology and Facial Signs of Shame The Face of Shame Over the Life Cycle Internalization of Shame Psychological Magnification of Shame Scenes Reformulating Psychopathology
Part II: Psychotherapeutic Intervention
Restoring the Interpersonal Bridge Returning Internalized Shame to Its Interpersonal Origins Identity Regrowth and Healing Shame Developing Equal Power in Current Relationships and the Family of Origin Time-Limited Group-Focused Treatment for Shame-Based Syndromes A Language of the Self
Part III: Contemporary Problems
Identity, Culture, and Ideology Governing Scenes in Personality and Culture
Bibliography
Index