CNPS 365 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Irvin D. Yalom, Nazi Concentration Camps, Viktor Frankl
17 Mar 2019
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A way of thinking or attitude about psychotherapy. A philosophical approach that guides counsellor"s practice. The goal is to explore the existential givens of life (how these are sometimes ignored or denies) The major assumptions that we are free and hence responsible for our actions. Prisoner in nazi concentration camps at auswitz and dacau. Experiences in the concentration camps contributed to shaping his existential philosophy. Believed that essence of human is in the search for meaning and purpose (even within concentration camps) His own existential concerns contributed to his interests in psychology. Studied with alfred adler and influenced by paul tillich (existential-theology) Help translate many existential writings and perspectives into psychotherapeutic practice in north america. Own experiences of anxiety, struggles with love and intimacy, shaped his existential reflections. Prominent figure in influencing existential perspectives in north america. Authored man over novels and resources that cover existential themes (e. g. , the. Humans are balancing the limits and possibilities of human existence.
