The Phenomenology of Psychosis: Considerations for the Future

The text explores how phenomenological philosophy, particularly concepts of intersubjectivity and temporality, can inform the understanding and treatment of thought disorder in psychosis. Drawing on the work of Sass and psychoanalytic perspectives, it argues that disturbances in the experience of time and self-other relations are central to schizophrenia. The authors suggest that integrating epistemological insights from philosophy with psychiatric practice offers new avenues for psychotherapy, emphasizing the need for therapists to attend to altered subjective experiences rather than solely focusing on symptoms. This theoretical synthesis points toward more nuanced, patient-centered approaches in mental health care.

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