Human Development and Human Possibility: Erikson in the Light of Heidegger

by Richard T. Knowles

Provides a new approach to the psychology of human development by integrating psychological and philosophical insights on human virtue and authentic selfhood. Presents Erikson's contributions within the more general 'Care Structure,' described by Heidegger as the central structure of human existence. The major effect of this broader understanding is to give new meaning to Erikson's schedule of virtues, to see them as the central structures organizing the themes and experiences of specific stages of development.

Genres: Psychology

224 pages, Paperback

First published November 26, 1985

Reviews

[David De Salvo · Rating 4 out of 5]

This work takes two flawed strains of thought, the psychology of Erikson and the philosophy of Heidegger, and weaves them together to make something greater which finds a way to stand on its own. Do read this.