Narrative and psychotherapy

Author(s): Lyddon, W. J.

Journal/Book: J Constr Psychol. 1996; 9: 1900 Frost Road, Suite 101, Bristol, PA 19007-1598. Taylor & Francis. 27-44.

Abstract: Narrative thinking is a fundamental form of human knowing that has particular relevance for the domain of psychotherapy. After reviewing the historical and epistemic foundations of narrative knowing in the social and behavioral sciences, we (a) outline several parallels between narrative knowing and constructivist epistemology, (b) describe some of the salient features of emerging narrative approaches, and (c) suggest a central role for hermeneutics in future narrative-based conceptualizations of the field. We suggested that by underscoring the storied nature of the human condition, narrative provides an integrative and contextually sensitive framework for psychotherapeutic theory and practice.

Note: Review WJ Lyddon, Univ So Mississippi, Box 5025, Hattiesburg, MS 39406 USA

Keyword(s): MORAL DEVELOPMENT; PSYCHOLOGY; SELF; INFORMATION; REVOLUTION; EDUCATION; LANGUAGE; PARADIGM; THERAPY; STORIES

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