The Social Basis of Consciousness: A Study of Organic Psychology Based Upon a Synthetic and Societal Concept of the Neuroses (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025994864)

"The Social Basis of Consciousness" presents a pioneering investigation into the collective roots of human psychology and the origins of mental distress. Shifting the focus away from traditional individualistic psychoanalysis, Trigant Burrow introduces a "synthetic and societal concept of the neuroses," arguing that psychological conflicts are intrinsically linked to the social environment and the fragmentation of the human species. Through his development of "organic psychology," Burrow explores how the sense of self is often a product of social conditioning rather than a purely biological reality.

This work examines the biological unity of humanity and identifies the neurosis as a symptom of a broader social maladaptation. By treating the human group as the primary unit of study, Burrow provides profound insights into the nature of consciousness, interpersonal relationships, and the structural causes of psychological tension. "The Social Basis of Consciousness" stands as a foundational text for those interested in group analysis, social psychology, and the philosophical underpinnings of mental health, offering a visionary perspective on the interconnectedness of the human mind and the societal organism.

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