History of Psychology through SymbolsFrom Reflective Study to Active Engagement. Volume 1: Historic Roots

History of Psychology through Symbols: From Reflective Study to Active Engagement. Volume 1: Historic Roots

Description:
History of Psychology through Symbols, Volume 1, offers a groundbreaking and dynamic approach to the history of psychology by tracing its roots beyond Greek thought to the broader context of the Axial Age (800 BCE–200 BCE). Authored by James Broderick, this volume explores how psychological ideas developed across diverse cultures such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Daoism, Judaism, Zoroastrianism, and ancient Greece. German-Swiss psychiatrist Karl Jaspers referred to this period as the Axial Age, which emphasized a search for universal connections that unite humanity, focusing not on beliefs but on how people live.

Broderick connects psychology’s history with the political, socioeconomic, and cultural contexts of major historical eras, including the Christian and Islamic periods, the Renaissance, and the Scientific Revolution. In addition, the book critically examines the history of mental illness and provides recommendations for modern mental health system reforms. The volume integrates symbolic interpretation with practical exercises to encourage readers to apply historical lessons to their own lives.

This book is an ideal resource for students, scholars, and professionals in psychology, philosophy, history, religious studies, art, and mental health, as well as anyone interested in the symbolic and cultural roots of modern psychological thought.

Key Features:

• Expands psychology’s roots beyond Greek thought to include key cultural developments in Buddhism, Hinduism, and Confucianism during the Axial Age.
• Examines how symbols have been used throughout history to explain the human desire for connection and understanding.
• Explores how psychological concepts evolved through the Christian and Islamic eras, influencing the Renaissance and the Scientific Revolution.
• Provides practical exercises, called “emancipatory opportunities,” to encourage readers to apply lessons from history to daily life.
• Critically analyzes the history of mental illness and offers a vision for modern mental health reform.

Table of Contents (Short Version)

1. History of Psychology through Symbols: From Reflective Study to Active Engagement
2. Symbols of the Axial Age: The Age of Psychological Transformation
3. Symbols of the Greek Era: The Foundation of Western Psychology
4. Symbols of the Hellenistic, Christian, and Islamic Eras
5. Symbols of Psychological Rebirth during the Renaissance, the Scientific Revolution, and the Enlightenment
6. The Symbols of the History of Mental Illness: Past, Present, and a New Vision for the Future

What Is the History of Modern Psychology?

The history of modern psychology began in the late 19th century, when psychology emerged as a distinct scientific discipline. Key figures like Wilhelm Wundt, who established the first psychology lab in 1879, are considered pioneers of the field. Wundt emphasized introspection and the scientific study of conscious experience. Shortly after, figures like Sigmund Freud introduced psychoanalysis, focusing on the unconscious mind. Over time, various schools of thought emerged, including behaviorism, humanism, and cognitive psychology, each contributing new perspectives and methodologies to understanding human behavior and mental processes.

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Product Details:

• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Published: December 2023
• ISBN: 9781000922349
• Edition: 1
• Language: English
• Number of Pages: 299