Psychoanalysis and paremiology

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Exploring the role of folk wisdom, the book examines how refrains serve as valuable tools in analyzing unconscious processes and defenses within psychoanalytic discourse. It integrates insights from various theoretical frameworks, including psychology, linguistics, and folklore, demonstrating their clinical application through detailed vignettes. By highlighting the interplay between these perspectives, the text underscores the effectiveness of refrains in the therapeutic context of both individual and group psychoanalytic psychotherapy.