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“Rationalization may be defined as self-deception by reasoning.”

Quote by Karen Horney

Book:Our Inner Conflicts: A CONSTRUCTIVE THEORY OF NEUROSIS

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Our Inner Conflicts: A CONSTRUCTIVE THEORY OF NEUROSIS

Our Inner Conflicts: A CONSTRUCTIVE THEORY OF NEUROSIS is a scholarly work that examines the psychological underpinnings of neurosis. The author presents a comprehensive theory that analyzes the internal conflicts that contribute to neurotic behavior. The book is intended for readers interested in psychology, mental health, and the complexities of human emotions. more

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Karen Horney, a German-born American psychoanalyst, was born on September 16, 1885, and died on December 4, 1952. She is known for her research on the theories and treatments of neurosis, which had a profound impact on the development of psychoanalysis. more

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