Modern psychoanalysis, which grew out of the ideas of Sigmund Freud, is a continuously developing system of theories and methods designed to reveal the most hidden aspects of human nature. This is one of the first Russian publications that integrates the basic concepts of psychoanalysis and post-classical analytical approaches into the system of modern scientific and practical knowledge. Along with the metapsychology of Freud and his followers, the book presents an analysis of modern schools of psychoanalysis, describes the main provisions of clinical psychoanalysis and family psychotherapy. The deep aspects of group interaction, charismatic leadership, destructive cults, as well as the psychological effects of the media are revealed. Particular attention is paid to unconscious fantasies and hidden motives of people's behavior. The book is addressed to psychologists, doctors, teachers, sociologists, representatives of related specialties, as well as students of specialized faculties of higher educational institutions.