Do you know Dr Irvin Yalom? Have you read any of his books? Which one? What was your impression?

Answer 1

I've read Love's Executioner. I haven't read any of his other books. I remember finding it very interesting. I don't actually have much interest in psychology and onto took "intro" in college. It never occurred to me that the doctor ends up with positive or negative feelings towards the patient (which is so obvious really). What I'm trying to say (I guess) is that it wasn't his patients that interested me nearly has much as his reactions to his patients. It was really absorbing.

Answer 2

I've read a bunch of his books. I thought he really has a unique style. I read his non-fiction before the fiction. I really liked "The Gift of Therapy" -- it was an interesting read, for "both sides of the couch." I also liked "Love's Executioner" because I find his case studies fascinating. I am intrigued to learn the analyst's perspective. I was first introduced to Yalom when someone recommended "Every Day Gets A Little Closer." I was impressed with his candor, and willingness to try something quite different, daring. I wasn't so keen on his fiction book, "Lying on the Couch", I put it down about 1/2 way thru, but then I did try another, "When Nietzche Wept", which I am still working on...it's been over a year, but someday I'll finish it! I guess I do better with his non-fiction. It's interesting to learn more about Breuer & Freud though - so that's cool.