Book descriptionCan psychoanalysis be considered as relevant a method of therapy as it was in the time of Freud? Antonino Ferro, one of the most authoritative modern psychoanalysts, in his characteristic informal and even provocative manner, confirms the viability of this discipline. Together with Luca Nicoli, a representative of the younger generation of analysts, Ferro raises both the most common topics (use of the couch, frequency of sessions, payment) and issues that spontaneously arise during the conversation (transference, lying, autism).

Result of this conversation is the book “What if I Say Something Wrong?”, a kind of guide for analysts who want to overcome the rigidity of the traditional approach, and for inquisitive patients who feel the desire to take at least one peek into the doctor’s office before they go to see him. Get ready! After reading the book, your ideas about psychoanalysis will be turned upside down.

In a friendly and informal style, psychoanalysts convey the essence of modern psychoanalysis - a process of amazing simplicity that helps soften the harshness of reality.

Ferro argued that there is no point in reading Freud, at least if our goal is to understand modern clinical practice. He proposed to finally admit that the “father of psychoanalysis” had long since moved into the category of “grandfather” and move on.

Features

• Reflections on psychoanalysis by the outstanding Italian psychoanalyst Antonino Ferro

• Practical advice for aspiring psychoanalysts

• Deep, but easy and fun reading

I am surprised why many analysts reject the evolutionary perspective and take the position that the “truth” of yesterday the day may remain “true” forever. Similar behavior is typical of the Amish, who to this day ride in carts and deny cars, telephones and other achievements of civilization.

For whom

For beginners and experienced psychoanalysts. For clients of psychoanalysts who want to better understand modern psychoanalysis.