JOURNAL ARTICLE

King's College London Reports Findings in Mental Health (Superstitions of composure: the Ayn Rand cult and the pop-psychology of self-esteem).

  • Published In: Psychology & Psychiatry Journal, 2024. P. 242 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

A recent report from King's College London examines the influence of Ayn Rand's philosophy on mental health and self-esteem. The research highlights the unrealistic nature of Rand's concept of self-esteem and its prevalence in today's self-help culture. The report also discusses the role of Nathaniel Branden, Rand's therapist and advocate, in promoting the positive effects of living according to Randian principles. The research concludes that Rand's ideology has both ideological and clinical implications, and raises questions about its use in psychotherapy. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Psychology & Psychiatry Journal. 2024/04, p242
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1944-2718
  • Accession Number:176681337
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