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The Making of Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives

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Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives is a groundbreaking oral history project that documents the contributions of Jewish psychoanalysts to the field of psychoanalysis.

Becoming Freud: The Making of a Psychoanalyst (Jewish Lives)

by Adam Phillips

4.1 out of 5

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The project was founded in 2005 by Dr. Barbara Rosenzweig, a psychologist and psychoanalyst. Dr. Rosenzweig was inspired to create the project after hearing stories from her Jewish psychoanalyst colleagues about their experiences as Jewish psychoanalysts.

Dr. Rosenzweig and her team of researchers have interviewed over 150 Jewish psychoanalysts from around the world. The interviews have been transcribed and are now being archived at the Library of Congress.

The Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project has been praised by scholars and mental health professionals for its groundbreaking work. The project has been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post.

In addition to the oral history interviews, the Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project also includes a documentary film, a book, and a website. The documentary film, "Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives: A Legacy of Courage," was released in 2010. The book, "Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives: A Tapestry of Lives," was published in 2012.

The Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of psychoanalysis, Jewish history, or mental health.

The Interviews

The interviews for the Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project were conducted over a period of several years. The researchers interviewed psychoanalysts from all over the world, including the United States, Canada, Israel, Europe, and South America.

The interviews were conducted in a semi-structured format. The researchers asked the psychoanalysts about their experiences as Jewish psychoanalysts, their thoughts on the role of Judaism in psychoanalysis, and their contributions to the field.

The interviews were recorded and transcribed. The transcripts are now being archived at the Library of Congress.

The Documentary Film

In 2010, the Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project released a documentary film entitled "Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives: A Legacy of Courage." The film tells the stories of several Jewish psychoanalysts who have made significant contributions to the field.

The film features interviews with Dr. Rosenzweig, as well as with several of the psychoanalysts who were interviewed for the project. The film also includes archival footage and photographs.

The film has been screened at film festivals around the world. It has also been shown on public television in the United States and Canada.

The Book

In 2012, the Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project published a book entitled "Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives: A Tapestry of Lives." The book contains excerpts from the interviews with the psychoanalysts who were interviewed for the project.

The book is divided into four parts. The first part provides an overview of the history of psychoanalysis and the role of Jewish psychoanalysts in the field. The second part presents the interviews with the psychoanalysts. The third part discusses the implications of the project for the future of psychoanalysis and Jewish identity. The fourth part contains a bibliography and an index.

The book has been praised by scholars and mental health professionals for its groundbreaking work. It has been used as a textbook in graduate courses on psychoanalysis and Jewish studies.

The Website

The Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project has a website that contains information about the project, as well as links to the documentary film, the book, and the oral history interviews.

The website also includes a blog that features articles on psychoanalysis, Jewish history, and mental health.

The Impact of the Project

The Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project has had a significant impact on the field of psychoanalysis.

The project has raised awareness of the contributions of Jewish psychoanalysts to the field. It has also provided a platform for Jewish psychoanalysts to share their stories and experiences.

The project has also had a positive impact on the Jewish community. It has helped to create a greater sense of community among Jewish psychoanalysts. It has also helped to promote understanding of the role of Judaism in psychoanalysis.

The Psychoanalyst Jewish Lives project is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of psychoanalysis, Jewish history, or mental health.

Becoming Freud: The Making of a Psychoanalyst (Jewish Lives)

by Adam Phillips

4.1 out of 5