Dostoyevsky's Stalker and Other Essays on Psychopathology and the Arts

Exploring the intersection of arts and mental health, this collection of essays delves into how psychiatry and psychoanalysis can enhance our understanding of literature, art, and cinema throughout modern history. It advocates for a paradigm shift in psychiatry, suggesting that certain symptoms of mental illness may serve constructive purposes, thereby challenging traditional views and encouraging a deeper appreciation of creative expression.