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Neurosis and Human Growth: The Struggle Towards Self-Realization

Karen Horney
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Neurosis and Human Growth: The Struggle Towards Self-Realization

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1991

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Karen Horney

Neurosis and Human Growth: The Struggle Towards Self-Realization

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1991
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Self-Improvement

Philosophy

Psychology
Setting

1950s

Topic
Philosophy

Health

Psychology
Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Neurosis and Human Growth: The Struggle Towards Self-Realization, Karen Horney explores the dynamics of neurosis, emphasizing the individual's journey towards self-realization. The text examines how people confront internal conflicts and external pressures, promoting healthier development and fulfillment. Horney provides insight into overcoming psychological barriers to achieve personal growth and understanding.

Informative

Contemplative

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.5

1,866 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Karen Horney's Neurosis and Human Growth: The Struggle Towards Self-Realization offers a groundbreaking exploration of neurotic behavior and personal growth. Praised for its insightful analysis and practical approach, the book empowers readers towards self-awareness. However, some critique its dense prose and complex theories. Overall, a valuable read for psychology enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Neurosis and Human Growth: The Struggle Towards Self-Realization?

A reader intrigued by deep psychological insights into self-realization and human behavior would enjoy Neurosis and Human Growth. Similar audiences gravitate toward works like Carl Jung's The Undiscovered Self or Erich Fromm's The Art of Loving, which also explore personal development and self-awareness.

4.5

1,866 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Self-Improvement

Philosophy

Psychology
Setting

1950s

Topic
Philosophy

Health

Psychology
Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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