Storytelling, Narrative, and the Thematic Apperception Test

By Phebe Cramer

Book Overview

The Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) is a systematic approach to storytelling that offers insight into the unique psychological reality of each individual. This book integrates a variety of interpretive approaches to the TAT to illuminate the meaning of narratives and explore their clinical implications. Informed by psychodynamic theory and empirical research, the book addresses such topics as the ways narratives reveal different personality organizations; how stories change over the course of therapy; the influence of age, gender, and defense mechanisms on narratives; and the use of the TAT in clinical studies. A new preface to the paperback edition situates the book within the contemporary landscape of personality research.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1593850719
• ISBN13: 9781593850715
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 374 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.3" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

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For whatever reason, there is not one picture of the Thematic Apperception Test cards in the entire book. Anyone know where I can find a set?

"A must for all future doctors and practicioners of psychology."~JC Angelcraft

" This is a clearly written and comprehensive study of the Thematic Apperception Test (TAT). If it is not a required text, this book can enhance your understanding of this ever important form of projective testing and assessment technique. A must for all future doctors and practicioners of psychology."