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Certainty: a failed quest?

D Beres

    The Psychoanalytic Quarterly
    |January 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    The pursuit of certainty is a universal human endeavor, but this paper explores its complexities within psychoanalytic theory and practice, highlighting inherent uncertainties in science.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychoanalytic theory and practice
    • Philosophy of science

    Background:

    • The human inclination to seek certainty is deeply ingrained.
    • Understanding certainty is crucial in various fields, including psychoanalysis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine psychoanalytic perspectives on certainty.
    • To discuss the relationship between certainty, truth, knowledge, and belief.
    • To explore the universal quest for certainty and its attainability.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of psychoanalytic theory.
    • Discussion of philosophical concepts related to certainty.
    • Examination of scientific uncertainties, including those in psychoanalysis.

    Main Results:

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  • The quest for absolute certainty may be inherently unattainable.
  • Psychoanalysis, like all sciences, operates with inherent uncertainties.
  • Certainty is intricately linked with subjective beliefs and objective knowledge.

    • Conclusions:

    • Acknowledging and managing uncertainty is essential in psychoanalytic practice and scientific inquiry.
    • The paper emphasizes the pervasive nature of uncertainty across disciplines.
    • A critical examination of certainty reveals its complex relationship with truth and belief.