Our Inner Conflicts, A Constructive Theory of Neurosis

This influential work in psychoanalytic theory explores the fundamental psychological conflicts that underlie neurotic symptoms and behaviors. The author presents a systematic analysis of how contradictory impulses, desires, and self-concepts create internal tension and manifest as various forms of psychological distress. Written for mental health professionals and educated general readers, the book offers both theoretical insights and practical approaches to understanding human personality dynamics. The work stands as a significant contribution to depth psychology, providing a constructive alternative to purely pathological views of neurosis.