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Psychoanalytic Thinking with Dr Don Carveth

Donald Carveth
Narcissism
Psychoanalysis
Freud
Guilt
Jacques Lacan
Superego
Conscience
Social Media
Borderline Personality Disorder
Mental Health
Object Love
Cognitive Empathy
Eros and Thanatos
Shame
Culture Of Narcissism
Psychopathy
Depression
Charm and Alarm
Jesus
Kleinian Theory

Join distinguished professor and psychoanalyst Dr Don Carveth for engaging lectures centring around psychoanalysis, diving into its roots, bringing us up to the modern-day. Known for his clear communication style, Don's grasp of the literature comes through in the thought-provoking opinions he provides. This podcast will facilitate a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. Donal... more

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Guilt evasion. Types of guilt. Conscious/unconscious, Persecutory/reparative, Justified/unjustified, Survivor or success guilt, Collective guilt, etc.

Just as Klein and Grinberg distinguished two kinds of guilt, J. Rejd Meloy distinguished two kinds of pstychopathy,, primary and secondary; amd Sidney J. Blatt distinguished introjective and anaclitic depression; so we need to distinguish persecutory... more

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Dr. Don Carveth
Emeritus Professor of Sociology and Social & Political Thought at York University in Toronto.
Canadian Institute of Psychoanalysis
Episode: Superego, Conscience and the Narcissism of our Times
Dr Don Carveth
Training and Supervising Analyst at the Canadian Institute of Psychoanalysis in Toronto
Canadian Institute of Psychoanalysis
Episode: Shame, Guilt, and Ruminations

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Dr Don Carveth
Distinguished psychoanalytic thinker with roles at York University and Canadian psychoanalytic institutions; co-producer.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • First-class psychoanalytic education

    It has taken some time to take to Carveth. At first, his presentation style might make you think he’s an old school authoritarian - and maybe he is occasionally. However I have come to love these podcasts. I listen to them when I’m traveling, often re-listening to an episode. Carveth has helped me make links between psychoanalytic concepts and theorists. I’m hoping to formally train as a psychoanalyst one day.

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    5
    jeep_boy888
    United States2 years ago
  • A wonderful introduction to psychoanalytical concepts

    As someone who is new to psychoanalytic thinking, I’m finding Don is able to break down extremely complex ideas, concepts and contradictions between different schools of though in insightful and digestible ways. A massive thank you to Don for this invaluable resource.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Penew92
    Australia2 years ago
  • Educational

    Really enjoyed this especially the introductions to Klein. I hope this podcast continues to grow.

    Audible
    5
    Minerva
    United States2 years ago
  • Nourishing ideas

    Read several Penguin paperbacks of Freud recently and have been looking for more insights. Carveth has the qualities one looks for in a good professor: an ability to riff on subject matter in an interesting way; a clear and plainspoken approach to his material; and strong opinions, which give the talks a sort of pleasurable belligerence. Hopefully he will continue to upload more talks in the months and years to come.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SixZealand
    United States3 years ago
  • A Treasure Trove

    Psychoanalysis explained in incredible depth and with tremendous insight. A gem of a podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    West Clare therapist
    Ireland4 years ago

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Shame, Guilt, and Ruminations
Q: Can you share with us some technical thoughts on how you listen for these levels of self and other involvement, and what kind of interventions you make in the face of them?
Listening to the counter-transference reactions provides insight into the patient's state, and understanding the anxieties within interactions can guide interventions.
Superego, Conscience and the Narcissism of our Times
Q: What do you see as the major reason for our moral confusion?
The failure to recognize the existence of a conscience apart from the moralistic, socially-constructed superego.
Superego, Conscience and the Narcissism of our Times
Q: What do you mean by conscience versus superego?
Conscience is inherent and represents ethics built in, while the superego is a social construct related to moral systems.
Jesus Was The First Psychoanalyst
Q: What led you to write the book?
I was inspired by Eli Sagan's work, which addressed many critical issues that bothered me about Freudian theory, especially the superego.
Jesus Was The First Psychoanalyst
Q: How has your interest in religious and spirituality developed throughout your life?
I had a reconversion in my 40s and started integrating religious insights into my understanding of psychoanalysis.

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A deep, lecture-forward series exploring classic and contemporary psychoanalytic ideas, with a strong emphasis on guilt, the superego, conscience, and their role in clinical practice. Episodes often weave theory from Freud, Kleinian perspectives, and modern cultural observations into practical guidance on countertransference, patient dignity, and therapeutic growth. The host pair combines rigorous scholarship with clear communication, producing content that appeals to students, clinicians, and intellectually curious listeners who want nuanced explanations and historical context without sacrificing accessibility. A notable strength is the balance between dense theoretical discussions and tangible clinical implications, often enriched by pers... more

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