Westphal's Die Agoraphobie with Commentary

The Beginnings of Agoraphobia

Terry J Knapp author Michael T Schumacher author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:University Press of America

Published:17th Mar '88

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Westphal's Die Agoraphobie with Commentary cover

This is the first complete English translation of Westphal's 'Die Agoraphobie', the classic paper which introduced the term agoraphobia. The case histories contained in 'Die Agoraphobie' are the first systematic descriptions of the signs and symptoms which constitute agoraphobia. Regarded as a 'classic' in the history of differential diagnoses, Westphal's paper continues to be widely cited. The translation is accompanied by an extensive introductory commentary describing Westphal's career, professional reactions to 'Die Agoraphobie', the contrast between Freud and Westphal's view of agoraphobia, and the current status of its treatment. This book will be of interest to all those suffering from agoraphobia, mental health professionals, and students of abnormal psychology and psychopathology.

ISBN: 9780819168870

Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 25mm

Weight: 454g

114 pages