Brief History of Transpersonal Psychology
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies January 1, 2008 DOI: 10.24972/ijts.2008.27.1.46 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe International Transpersonal Association (ITA) was founded in 1978 to advance education and research in transpersonal topics and to host global conferences. After dissolving in 2004, the ITA is now being reactivated and revitalized. This paper reviews the organization's history, including its international conferences and notable presenters, its definition, strategies, and specific goals, and provides details of its contemporary revival.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Historical analysis Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Citations | 74 |
| Key finding | Argues that the International Transpersonal Association, after being dissolved in 2004, is now in the process of being reactivated and revitalized. |
Abstract
The International Transpersonal Association (ITA) was formed in 1978 for the purposes\nof promoting education and research in transpersonal subjects, as well as sponsoring\nglobal conferences for the international transpersonal community. The association was\nsubsequently dissolved in 2004, but is now in the process of being reactivated and revitalized.\nAs background for this development, this paper reviews the history of ITA including its\ninternational conferences and noteworthy presenters, the organization’s definition, strategies,\nand specific goals, and details of its contemporary revival.