The Maternalists: Psychoanalysis, Motherhood, and the British Welfare State. By Shaul Bar-Haim.

  • Published In: Twentieth Century British History, 2023, v. 34, n. 4. P. 851 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Crook, Sarah 3 of 3

Abstract

"The Maternalists: Psychoanalysis, Motherhood, and the British Welfare State" by Shaul Bar-Haim explores the role of mid-century psychoanalysts in shaping the maternalistic values of the British welfare state. The book examines the intellectual history of psychoanalysis and its promotion of maternal values within the state. It highlights influential figures such as Susan Isaacs, Bronisław Malinowski, and Ian Suttie, who saw maternalistic values as a defense against authoritarianism. The book also discusses the marginalization of fathers in post-war psychoanalysis and the enduring influence of Sandor Ferenczi and Melanie Klein. Overall, the book provides valuable insights into the development of the welfare state and the impact of psychoanalytic thought. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Twentieth Century British History. 2023/12, Vol. 34, Issue 4, p851
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0955-2359
  • DOI:10.1093/tcbh/hwad007
  • Accession Number:173944289
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