The Alcoholic Woman, B. Karpman, Case Studies, Vntg. 1st Ed. 1948, HC, VG.
Case studies in the psychodynamics of alcoholism.
Dr. Benjamin Karpman was a notable Canadian psychiatrist known for his contributions to the field of psychiatry, particularly in the study of psychological defense mechanisms. He was born in 1903 and passed away in 1988.
Karpman is best known for his work on the “Karpman Drama Triangle,” a psychological concept that describes interpersonal and social dynamics. The Drama Triangle outlines three roles in which people often find themselves during conflict or dysfunctional relationships: the Victim, the Persecutor, and the Rescuer. Karpman’s work on this concept has been influential in the fields of psychology, counseling, and therapy, as it provides insights into how people can become trapped in unproductive and unhealthy roles in their relationships.
Dr. Benjamin Karpman’s research and writing in the realm of psychiatry and psychology contributed to our understanding of human behavior, defense mechanisms, and interpersonal dynamics. His work continues to be referenced and studied in the fields of psychology and counseling.
t the time of this book’s publication, Dr. Karpman was the chief psychotherapist at Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington, DC.
Dr. Karpman was a notable figure in the field of psychiatry, and his work extended beyond the concept of the Drama Triangle. His contributions in the study of alcoholism and his role in the psychiatric treatment of patients were significant. His work on “The Alcoholic Woman” focused on the understanding and treatment of alcoholism, particularly in women, which remains an important area of study in the field of psychiatry and addiction medicine.
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital has a long history as a mental health institution, and Karpman’s role there was vital in the treatment and care of patients with various psychiatric conditions.
His work and research have had a lasting impact on the field of psychiatry and the treatment of mental health and addiction issues.
Relevant information from the internet:
“The American Medical Association recognized alcoholism as an illness in 1956, based on the theory that excessive drinking and alcohol addiction is caused by a disease that affects the structure and function of the brain.”
“Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), which was founded in 1935 and builds on the tenets of the religious Oxford Group, had its first women members in the late 1930s. In the 1940s, AA groups dedicated specifically to women formed. One of the famous names from this period was Marty Mann, who went on to found the National Committee for Education on Alcoholism in 1944. Mann’s advocacy was instrumental in returning the conversation around alcohol addiction to science and medicine rather than morality.”
Dr. Karpman’s classic case studies in this book contain considerable explicit sexual fantasies and behavior.
The book is in very good condition for its age. The front cover has some slight staining. The previous owner’s bookplate is IFC. The blank page to the right of this has been removed. Slight age staining ICB; binding is good; pages are clean.
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