title: Psychodynamic theory and practice in the study of political life: a review essay.
abstract: Autonomy, individuality, and freedom are values central to psychoanalytic inquiry. The theory, in its political form, defends the individual against the demands and tyrannical pressures of the group. In its applied dimension, psychoanalytic theory contributes considerable insight to understanding political relationships and the values supportive of political liberalism.
authors.affiliation: Department of Government and Politics, University of Maryland, College Park 20742, USA.
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Glass
mesh_terms: D006126:Group Processes; D006801:Humans; D007207:Individuation; D011057:Politics; D011574:Psychoanalytic Theory; D011575:Psychoanalytic Therapy; D012649:Self Concept; D012945:Social Values