Why we can't get along

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Psychoanalysis

Background:

• Depth psychology has a history of internal conflicts and schisms.
• Previous explanations cite institutional, familial, political, and market factors.

Purpose of the Study:

• To examine and refute existing arguments for internal conflicts in depth psychology.
• To propose an alternative explanation centered on endemic narcissism within the profession.

Main Methods:

• Critical analysis of historical and theoretical arguments.
• Postulation of a new etiological framework for professional schisms.

Main Results:

• Existing arguments for schisms in depth psychology are refuted.
• The primary cause of internal conflict is identified as narcissistically disturbed members who are insufficiently analyzed.

Conclusions:

• Endemic narcissism is the root cause of persistent schisms in depth psychology.
• Addressing this narcissism is essential for professional unity and the establishment of a more ecumenical framework.