Poetry, medicine and metaphysics

Journal/Book: Journal of the American Academy of Psychoanalysis. 1981; 9: 101-128.

Abstract: Discusses the purpose and uses of poetry in terms of philosophy and psychoanalysis. Other issues examined include the therapeutic uses of poetry, poetry as a means of self-expression for both the poet and reader, the relation between poetry and music, and links between the psychology of art, aesthetics, and psychotherapy. (49 ref)

Note: use of poetry; philosophy & self expression & psychoanalysis & relation to music

Keyword(s): Poetry ; philosophies ; psychoanalytic interpretation; music

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