Conflict, Leadership, and Ideology in Groups and Organizations

The outstanding psychotherapist, president of the International Psychoanalytical Association, Otto Kernberg integrates modern knowledge of the psychodynamics of individuals, groups, and organizations into a unified system. He reveals a striking interconnection between individual, group, and organizational processes. His discoveries help create a corporate culture that promotes not only professional but also personal development of employees, encouraging them to make various emotional-meaningful investments in the organization. He also attempts to apply his conclusions to social sciences beyond specific organizational functioning.

The book will undoubtedly interest both specialists—psychologists, psychotherapists, doctors—and leaders of firms, companies, and organizations.

“Twenty years ago, upon hearing Otto Kernberg at a conference, I was delighted by the brilliance of his professionalism, the sharpness, and accuracy of his ideas and judgments. I am happy to present our reader with this, his fourth translated book. In it, the author demonstrates the striking interconnection between individual, group, and organizational processes, ‘shedding new light on the tumultuous nature of human interactions’.”