The ethical dimension of psychoanalysis : a dialogue by Meissner, W. W. (William W.), 1931-2010

Table of Contents: “…Freudian ethics -- Psychoanalysis and ethical systems -- Psychic determinism and motivational principles -- Volition and will -- Freedom of the will -- Psychodynamic hedonism and the pleasure principle -- Narcissism and egoism -- Object love and altruism -- Ethical decision-making and self-deception -- Responsibility -- Superego and moral development -- Superego functions and conscience -- Character and virtue -- Values.…”
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Postgraduate year one : lessons in caring by Heilman, Kenneth M., 1938-

Table of Contents: “…Naiveté : Patty O'Keefe -- Clinical judgement -- Responsibility : night sweats -- Chutzpah : distant sounds -- Credentialing : the imposter -- All animals are equal, but some-- : administrators -- Fabrications : gum guiac -- Priorities : do not admit her -- Disbelief : someone is chasing me -- Confidences : listening to the voice within -- Mortality : no one dies -- Experience : it was just a gesture -- Cynicism : cough it up again -- Purity : freedom from the body -- Altruism -- Ethical boundaries : iatrogenic melanoma -- Suffering : phantom pain -- Gratitude : thank you, doctor -- Intimidation or invitation -- Decisiveness : don't confuse me with the facts -- An afternoon off -- Know thyself: not cut out to be a physician -- The "disposition problem" -- Nirvana : the last day.…”
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The Organ Donor Experience : Good Samaritans and the Meaning of Altruism by Bramstedt, Katrina A., Down, Rena

Table of Contents: “…Ethics and altruism. Ethics, values, motivations ; Fred : a real-life superhero ; Josie : crisis control ; Matt : making amends -- Destined to be a donor. …”
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