Monsters at the Psychotherapist. Real Psychological Disorders of the Heroes in Your Favorite Horror Movies

First there were myths and legends that were passed down orally among peoples around the world. The creatures mentioned in them are found in all countries. Despite minor differences in the descriptions of "zombies," "vampires," and "werewolves," they are too similar. Could this be a coincidence? Or are real mental disorders of people hidden behind the masks of these beings?

The author of the book is a clinical psychologist who has studied not only psychology but also horror for many years, as well as its connection to our inner "self".

In addition to analyzing classic films and the best representatives of the genre, the book presents studies of real psychological disorders that have found embodiment in cinema.