The Chaos of Modern Society (and How to Heal It)

ABSTRACT:
Modern civilization is currently in a prolonged state of dis-ease, marked by increasing social division and the weakening of evolved psychological defenses into primitive states, such as extreme splitting. Psychoanalytic theory, which has historically explored both the individual mind and the broader human condition, offers valuable insights for reflecting on how social systems and individuals stabilize and destabilize over time, the nature of primitive states that emerge during periods of social and psychological destabilization, and the importance of recognizing our shared humanity in healing split divisions. By understanding these psychodynamics, we may find ways to reflect on how to restore love, peace, and mutual cooperation, albeit in an inherently imperfect world where breakdowns are inevitable. This video draws on most of the major psychoanalytic theories, including Freudian psychoanalysis, object relations theory, intersubjective psychoanalysis, and contemporary relational psychoanalysis.
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ABOUT PAUL:
Paul J. Letendre is a psychodynamic therapist, retired professor of psychology, public speaker and the author of a forthcoming book. At the time of this video, he has 15 years of clinical experience and is a licensed counselor providing remote therapy in California, Massachusetts, Virginia, Florida, and Rhode Island. His clinical practice emphasizes the role of the therapeutic relationship in helping people recognize their unconscious patterns in real time to find new ways of using them rather than being used by them. His TH-cam channel offers a psychoanalytic approach to understanding the human condition.
LINKS:
Official Website: www.pauljletendre.com
Instagram: pauljletendre
DISCLAIMER:
This channel is for educational, entertainment, and advertising purposes only, is curated for a general audience and should not be considered treatment or advice. Any clinical examples are fictitious, for the purpose of illustrating clinical concepts, and do not reflect every scenario. Any resemblance to actual cases is coincidental. Please consult a clinician licensed in your area for personalized help.

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